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Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath, starting from 7,86 € and averaging 8,17 €. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 6m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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04:32
Gatwick Airport
05:38
Thornton Heath
1h 6m, Changes requiredSouthern
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04:56
Gatwick Airport
06:50
Thornton Heath
1h 54m, Changes requiredSouthern
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05:55
Gatwick Airport
07:20
Thornton Heath
1h 25m, Changes requiredSouthern
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06:40
Gatwick Airport
07:53
Thornton Heath
1h 13m, Changes requiredSouthern
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07:00
Gatwick Airport
08:20
Thornton Heath
1h 20m, Changes requiredSouthern
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07:20
Gatwick Airport
08:50
Paris
1h 30m, Changes requiredSouthern
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Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:32
Last train
Last train
21:20
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Thornton Heath
Journey time
Journey time
1h 6m
Distance
Distance
28 km
Price
Price
7,86 €*
Train operators
Train operators
Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Gatwick Airport to Thornton Heath Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.