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How to get from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station by train?

From Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station by train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station in Waterloo, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Gatwick Airport station to Clapham Junction station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Clapham Junction station to London Waterloo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Waterloo Station on the Moovit app.

42min£15.30
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Waterloo Station
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    London Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clapham Junction
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Waterloo
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Waterloo
    ID WAT
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waterloo Station
    Walk to
    Waterloo Station
    Station Approach
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station by train via THAMESLINK and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station in Waterloo, take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Waterloo East station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Waterloo Station on the Moovit app.

39min£15.30
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Waterloo Station
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
    Waterloo East
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waterloo Station
    Walk to
    Waterloo Station
    Station Approach
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Waterloo Station is approximately 45.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waterloo – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station

To check the train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gatwick Airport) and destination (Waterloo Station), 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station by train via THAMESLINK and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station in Waterloo, take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Waterloo East station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Waterloo Station on the Moovit app.

39min£15.30
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Waterloo Station
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
    Waterloo East
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Waterloo Station
    Walk to
    Waterloo Station
    Station Approach
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Train line MILDMAY LINE, Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station?

    The alternative route takes 39 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Train line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Waterloo Station?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station?

    The MILDMAY LINE train line goes from London Victoria station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Clapham Junction station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Clapham Junction station near Waterloo Station.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station by train?

    The total travel time between Gatwick Airport and Waterloo Station by train is about 42 min.

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

    Get on the MILDMAY LINE train from the London Victoria station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gatwick Airport and Waterloo Station?

    Get off the train at the Clapham Junction station, which is closest to Waterloo Station.

  • When is the last train from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station?

    The last train from Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Waterloo Station in Waterloo is the Thameslink line. It leaves the Gatwick Airport station at 02:45.

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

    The ride from Gatwick Airport to Waterloo Station costs £15.30.

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