Is there a direct train from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport?

The journey between Whitstable and Gatwick Airport usually involves 5 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport?

The Whitstable to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 2 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Whitstable to Gatwick Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Whitstable at around 04:59 and the last train leaving at around 22:27.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Whitstable at around 05:00, with the final departure at 21:39.

Whitstable to Gatwick Airport by train

First train

04:59
Last train

22:27

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr

Distance

86 kilometres
Trains per day

34

Avg. journey time

2hr 18m
Train operators

Going from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport by train

About to set off from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train travel between Whitstable and Gatwick Airport: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport:

Cheapest tickets: €37.34
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Train times for travel between Whitstable and Gatwick Airport

If you are taking the train from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport, you will have 34 trains each day (with a departure every 22 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:59. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:27. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:00, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:39.

Whitstable to Gatwick Airport train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 86 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours.

Booking time frame: Whitstable to Gatwick Airport trains

Tickets for travel to Gatwick Airport along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Gatwick Airport

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Whitstable and Gatwick Airport by train?

The train journey from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport covers 86 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport?

The lowest price on this route is €37.34. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Whitstable to Gatwick Airport by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours.

Gatwick Airport to Whitstable by train

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