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Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle, starting from KWD 4.880 and averaging KWD 6.870. The entire journey takes no more than 54m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    From KWD 4.880
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 4.920
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 4.920
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From KWD 4.920
  • Tue, Jun 24
    From KWD 4.920
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    From KWD 4.920
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00:02
Gatwick Airport
01:53
Elephant & Castle
1h 51m, DirectThameslink
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00:42
Gatwick Airport
02:39
Elephant & Castle
1h 57m, DirectThameslink
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01:45
Gatwick Airport
03:40
Elephant & Castle
1h 55m, DirectThameslink
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02:45
Gatwick Airport
04:40
Elephant & Castle
1h 55m, DirectThameslink
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04:19
Gatwick Airport
05:19
Elephant & Castle
1h 0m, Changes requiredThameslink
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04:41
Gatwick Airport
05:51
Paris
1h 10m, DirectThameslink
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Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:02
Last train
Last train
23:38
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Elephant & Castle
Journey time
Journey time
54m
Distance
Distance
24 miles
Price
Price
KWD 4.880*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle

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 Elephant & Castle. 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 Elephant & Castle 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 Elephant & Castle 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%.