The cheapest and fastest trains from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brixton (BRX) for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 34 km
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£16 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:04 Brixton (BRX) | 1h39 | 22:43 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 07:04 Brixton (BRX) | 1h15 | 08:19 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:19 Brixton (BRX) | 1h45 | 09:04 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 08:49. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 08:49 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Brixton (BRX) and London Gatwick Airport from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brixton (BRX) to London Gatwick Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brixton (BRX) and London Gatwick Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to platform 2 for services away from London via subway with shopping area. Steps to Platform 1 for services towards London via staircase on Atlantic Road.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to platform 2 for services away from London via subway with shopping area. Steps to Platform 1 for services towards London via staircase on Atlantic Road.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
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