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Gatwick Airport to Silver Street by train

First train

04:41

Last train

18:16

Departure station

Gatwick Airport

Arrival station

Silver Street

Journey time

From 1h 29m

Distance

32 miles (51 km)

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £17.40

Train operators

London Overground, Thameslink

Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street in 1 hour 29 minutes

If you want to travel from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street by train to take around 1 hour 38 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 32 miles (51 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Silver Street. You can travel on this route with either Thameslink or London Overground trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street start from £17.40 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street

Want to know more about your journey from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How much does it cost to get from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street by train?

Train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street can start from £17.40 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between Gatwick Airport and Silver Street by train?

The quickest journey time between Gatwick Airport and Silver Street by train is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street?

No, there are no direct trains running from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

What's the distance between Gatwick Airport and Silver Street by train?

Trains travelling from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street cover a distance of around 32 miles (51 km) during the journey. You can get there in 1 hour and 29 minutes on the fastest services.

Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street

Train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street start at £17.40 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Gatwick Airport to Silver Street is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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