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Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset), starting from €21.57 and averaging €41.23. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 31 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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05:50
3 hours 50 minutes, Changes required
Gatwick Airport
09:40
Parkstone (Dorset)
ThameslinkSouthernSouth Western Railway
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05:57
3 hours, Changes required
Gatwick Airport
08:57
Parkstone (Dorset)
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:28
2 hours 52 minutes, Changes required
Gatwick Airport
09:20
Parkstone (Dorset)
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:33
3 hours 45 minutes, Changes required
Gatwick Airport
10:18
Parkstone (Dorset)
Gatwick ExpressSouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:43
2 hours 57 minutes, Changes required
Gatwick Airport
09:40
Parkstone (Dorset)
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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07:11
3 hours 23 minutes, Changes required
Gatwick Airport
10:34
Paris
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:05
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Parkstone (Dorset)
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 31 minutes
Distance
Distance
135 km
Price
Price
€21.57*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Gatwick Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
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 Parkstone (Dorset) 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.