London Gatwick Airport to London

Gatwick Express

Non-stop trains from Gatwick Airport station (South Terminal) to London Victoria in about 30 minutes, typically twice per hour most of the day. Fastest rail option for central London; services may vary during engineering works or late at night.

Southern (Gatwick Airport – London Victoria)

Frequent Southern trains run from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria via East Croydon and Clapham Junction in about 30–40 minutes. Cheaper than Gatwick Express with slightly longer journey times and intermediate stops.

Thameslink (Gatwick Airport – London Bridge/Blackfriars/St Pancras)

Thameslink trains connect Gatwick Airport directly to London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, Farringdon and St Pancras International in about 30–50 minutes. Very frequent through‑London service useful for both central and north London, including easy interchange to the Elizabeth line at Farringdon.

National Express (Gatwick Airport – London Victoria Coach Station)

Direct coaches from both North and South Terminal coach stops to London Victoria Coach Station, typically taking 90–120 minutes depending on traffic. Most services run daily with late‑night and early‑morning options; allow extra time at busy periods.

Airport Cars Gatwick (official taxi/private hire)

Official pre‑booked taxi and private hire service from both Gatwick terminals to central London door‑to‑door. Journey time is typically 60–90 minutes or more depending on traffic; fares are fixed on pre‑bookings rather than metered.