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Gatwick Airport to London Paddington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington, starting from US$22.36 and averaging US$33.84. The entire journey takes no more than 52m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Wed, Sep 3
From US$22.36
Thu, Sep 4
From US$24.37
Fri, Sep 5
From US$24.37
Sat, Sep 6
From US$35.89
Sun, Sep 7
From US$22.58
Mon, Sep 8
From US$26.89
Tue, Sep 9
From US$24.37

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
04:20 Gatwick Airport	05:50 London Paddington	1h 30m, Direct		Find Tickets
04:41 Gatwick Airport	05:53 London Paddington	1h 12m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
04:41 Gatwick Airport	06:11 London Paddington	1h 30m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:19 Gatwick Airport	06:20 London Paddington	1h 1m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:19 Gatwick Airport	06:39 London Paddington	1h 20m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:46 Gatwick Airport	06:39 Paris	53m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gatwick Airport to London Paddington train route details

First train

04:20

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Gatwick Airport

Arrival station

London Paddington

Journey time

52m

Distance

41 km

Price

US$22.36*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Thameslink, Gatwick Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between Gatwick Airport and London Paddington, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to London Paddington train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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