How to get from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead by Tube and train?

Gatwick Airport to Wanstead - Train Timetable

The THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead runs from 00:42 to 00:02, with departures every 5 min-1 hr 5 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Gatwick Airport to Wanstead by Tube and train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead in London, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 Tube lines: take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to London Bridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN Tube and finally take the CENTRAL Tube from Bank station to Wanstead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The Tube and train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Wanstead on the Moovit app.

69min£15.30
Train - THAMESLINK
Tube - NORTHERN
Tube - CENTRAL
Walk to Wanstead
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
    Tube - NORTHERN
    Wait for Tube
    NORTHERN
    Edgware
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Bank
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    2 min
  • 6
    Tube - CENTRAL
    Wait for Tube
    CENTRAL
    Hainault
  • 7
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Wanstead
    19 min
  • 8
    Walk to Wanstead
    Walk to
    Wanstead
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead

The distance between Gatwick Airport, London and Wanstead, London is approximately 54.1 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead by Tube and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube And Train timetable from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead

To check the Tube and train timetable from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gatwick Airport) and destination (Wanstead), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube and 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 Tube and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Tube line NORTHERN, Tube line CENTRAL.

  • Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Wanstead?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 Tube lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from London Bridge station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Bank station. From there you’ll have to take 2 Tube lines till Bank station near Wanstead in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead by train and Tube?

    The total travel time between Gatwick Airport in Crawley and Wanstead in London by train and Tube is about 1 hr 9 min.

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

    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 Wanstead?

    Get off the train at the Bank station, which is closest to Wanstead in London.

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

    The ride from Gatwick Airport to Wanstead costs £15.30.

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