Is Gatwick Express faster than Southern?

Southern trains take around 15 minutes longer than the Gatwick Express as they make other stops at stations along the way. Southern trains do not start at Gatwick and in peak commute hours may be full with standing room only when they get to Gatwick.



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The Gatwick Express is the fastest train between London Victoria and Gatwick, taking just 30 minutes (35 minutes on Sundays) direct. Other train services from Victoria generally take 32 minutes (just 2 minutes longer) to 45 minutes, depending on how many stations they call at.

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The Gatwick Express provides a non-stop service direct to London Victoria. Departing twice an hour, it takes just 30 minutes. You can save 10% if you book online in advance directly through the Gatwick Express Website.

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Gatwick Express offers a non-stop rail service between the airport and London Victoria in central London. Trains generally run two times an hour and take around 30 minutes.

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Book online or via the Gatwick Express app and get a 10% discount. We don't charge any booking fees either.

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The following times provide a general guide, but we advise you to arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of time. We recommend that you check with your airline for specific check-in times, as these may vary. Alternatively, you may be able to use self-service or online check-in.

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The Gatwick Express (GX) is perhaps most known for shuttling travelers back and forth between central London and Gatwick Airport. However, the train's route map also extends south of Gatwick to include trips to Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Hassocks, and finally, the seaside resort town of Brighton.

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Gatwick Airport train station is located in the heart of the South Terminal of Gatwick Airport. If you're headed to or coming from the North Terminal, take the inter-terminal transit shuttle.

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The Gatwick Express is the most expensive option, particularly during off-peak times, even with any discounts available to you. At £11.50/adult (paying with an Oyster Card), the Southern commuter train is £2.20 cheaper than the group save price of Gatwick Express.

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The Gatwick Express provides a non-stop service direct to London Victoria. Departing twice an hour, it takes just 30 minutes. You can save 10% if you book online in advance directly through the Gatwick Express Website.

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Gatwick Express First Class seating plan The seats are more spaced out than in Standard Class, although they follow the same arrangement on either sitting at a table of four or two seats next to each other.

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Thameslink is another noteworthy option to travel between Gatwick and London. Gatwick route trains of Thameslink stop at several stations in London, including St Pancras, which makes it an attractive option for visitors staying in North London. It is also a cheaper option than Gatwick Express.

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