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The journey from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airport on the fastest train in 24m, usually 26m. Each day, 122 trains leave from Clapham Junction, starting at 00:09 and ending at 23:43. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with TrainPal.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06:42 Clapham Junction | 07:10 Gatwick Airport | On time | 28m | Southern | Find tickets | |
06:53 Clapham Junction | 07:18 Gatwick Airport | On time | 25m | Southern | Find tickets | |
06:57 Clapham Junction | 07:34 Gatwick Airport | On time | 37m | Southern | Find tickets | |
07:12 Clapham Junction | 07:40 Gatwick Airport | On time | 28m | Southern | Find tickets | |
07:15 Clapham Junction | 08:08 Gatwick Airport | On time | 53m | Southern | Find tickets |
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| First train | 00:09 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:43 |
| Departure station | Clapham Junction |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport |
| Distance | 21 miles (34 km) |
| Journey time | From 24m |
| Price | From £4.00 |
| Train operators | Thameslink, Southern |
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The journey from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airport takes around twenty-four minutes when travelling with Southern. You’ll travel south from Clapham Junction, passing through the suburban areas of Greater London before entering the countryside of Sussex and finally arriving at Gatwick Airport.
Southern operates rail services throughout London, Sussex, Surrey, and the South. Its primary emphasis is commuter routes linking South London, Hampshire, Kent, and Surrey to major stations in the UK capital, like London Bridge and London Victoria stations.
Clapham Junction is situated in south-west Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. Despite its name, it isn’t actually located in Clapham.
It’s an easy station to reach, however, as it’s located in the commercial area of Battersea, near St John’s Hill, and is well-connected by local buses and taxis that serve the nearby area. Clapham Junction is a busy station with a total of seventeen platforms.
Southern and South Western Railway are the leading rail operators from Clapham Junction, providing connections to destinations such as Brighton, Gatwick Airport, Southampton, and Portsmouth.
There is only one stop from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airport. This is at East Croydon. This may change, however, due to scheduling alterations or unforeseen events such as electrical issues, train faults, or adverse weather. So, it’s best to plan ahead and check before you travel.
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Gatwick Airport Train Station is located in the South Terminal. From there, you can access departures and arrivals by using the escalator. If you’re flying from the North Terminal, however, you will need to use the provided shuttle train that travels from the train station to the North Terminal every few minutes.
Gatwick Airport is the second-busiest airport in the UK, behind London Heathrow, and is the eighth-busiest airport in Europe. Flights from Gatwick operate to a diverse range of destinations, including major international cities such as Dubai, New York, and Singapore, as well as European destinations and so much more.
If you need some rest before flying to one of these exciting destinations, then there is a range of hotels near the airport, from Sofitel and Radisson to Travelodge. Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express, and Great Western Railway are the major rail operators that pass through Gatwick Airport, offering connections to key destinations such as London, Brighton, Reading, and Bedford.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
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