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Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle, starting from AU$ 30.99 and averaging AU$ 34.15. The entire journey takes no more than 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:03
Gatwick Airport
01:53
Elephant & Castle
1h 50m, DirectThameslink
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00:42
Gatwick Airport
02:39
Elephant & Castle
1h 57m, DirectThameslink
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01:45
Gatwick Airport
03:40
Elephant & Castle
1h 55m, DirectThameslink
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02:45
Gatwick Airport
04:39
Elephant & Castle
1h 54m, DirectThameslink
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03:45
Gatwick Airport
05:39
Elephant & Castle
1h 54m, DirectThameslink
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04:41
Gatwick Airport
05:51
Paris
1h 10m, DirectThameslink
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Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle train route details

First train
First train
00:03
Last train
Last train
23:38
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Elephant & Castle
Journey time
Journey time
54m
Distance
Distance
38 km
Price
Price
AU$ 30.99*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Thameslink, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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