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Trains from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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62

train journeys
per day

57

miles (91 kms)

1hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 00:12

first / last train

17

direct trains

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 62 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Gatwick Airport , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 45 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport is approximately 57 miles (91 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:52
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    07:09
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    08:12
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:37
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    08:41
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 57 mins Direct
    09:09
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:09
    2 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:11
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:19
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    11:09
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 57 mins Direct
    12:10
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    13:11
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Southampton Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Available

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 Southampton Central and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Southampton Central and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 62 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport

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

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