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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Christchurch (CHR)

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36

train journeys
per day

76

miles (123 kms)

2hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 00:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Christchurch (CHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Christchurch is approximately 76 miles (123 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 51 mins.

GWR, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Christchurch. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 21 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Gatwick Airport to Christchurch

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Christchurch Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    03:46
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:57
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:28
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    09:02
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:43
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:29
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:32
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:43
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Christchurch
    Gatwick Airport to Christchurch

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:34.

First class tickets on trains between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gatwick Airport & Christchurch. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Gatwick Airport and Christchurch, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.