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Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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18

train journeys
per day

384

miles (618 kms)

7hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Helensburgh Central and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport is approximately 384 miles (618 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 35 mins.

Gatwick Express, ScotRail, Southern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Helensburgh Central and Gatwick Airport.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    13:55
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    06:25
    7 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:55
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    7 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:25
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:25
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    18:55
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    8 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    19:08
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:25
    8 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:57
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:52
    8 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    20:01
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    12:25
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    12:55
    8 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:04
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    13:55
    7 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    21:44
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    14:22
    8 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    15:24
    7 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    23:04
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    16:23
    8 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    01:22
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    17:25
    10 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    03:30
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    21:32
    13 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Helensburgh Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Helensburgh Central to Gatwick Airport

About Helensburgh Central Station

Station name Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Address Helensburgh Central station, East Princes Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7QF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:55 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:55 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:55 - 00:00
Thursday 05:55 - 00:00
Friday 05:55 - 00:00
Saturday 05:55 - 00:00
Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Helensburgh Central and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Helensburgh Central and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Helensburgh Central and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Helensburgh Central & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Gatwick Express, ScotRail, Southern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Helensburgh Central and Gatwick Airport.

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