How to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square by train?

From Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square by train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross, take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Charing Cross station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Trafalgar Square on the Moovit app.

49min£15.30
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Trafalgar Square
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Charing Cross
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to Trafalgar Square
    Walk to
    Trafalgar Square
    Trafalgar Square
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square

The distance between Gatwick Airport, Charing Cross and Trafalgar Square, Charing Cross is approximately 43.59 km, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Charing Cross – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square

To check the train timetable from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gatwick Airport) and destination (Trafalgar Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Train line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Trafalgar Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from London Bridge station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Charing Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Charing Cross station near Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square by train?

    The total travel time between Gatwick Airport in Crawley and Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross by train is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gatwick Airport to get to Trafalgar Square?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the London Bridge station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gatwick Airport and Trafalgar Square?

    Get off the train at the Charing Cross station, which is closest to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross.

  • How much is the train fare from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

    The ride from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square costs £15.30.

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