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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 SAR 70.04 and averaging SAR 83.84. 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.

  • Sun, Jul 20
    From SAR 70.04
  • Mon, Jul 21
    From SAR 76.09
  • Tue, Jul 22
    From SAR 76.09
  • Wed, Jul 23
    From SAR 76.09
  • Thu, Jul 24
    From SAR 76.09
  • Fri, Jul 25
  • Sat, Jul 26
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:01
Gatwick Airport
01:54
Elephant & Castle
1h 53m, DirectThameslink
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00:42
Gatwick Airport
02:40
Elephant & Castle
1h 58m, DirectThameslink
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00:42
Gatwick Airport
09:31
Elephant & Castle
8h 49m, Changes requiredThameslink
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02:13
Gatwick Airport
04:15
Elephant & Castle
2h 2m, DirectSouthern
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03:17
Gatwick Airport
05:19
Elephant & Castle
2h 2m, DirectSouthern
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04:17
Gatwick Airport
06:20
Paris
2h 3m, DirectSouthern
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Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Elephant & Castle
Journey time
Journey time
54m
Distance
Distance
38 km
Price
Price
SAR 70.04*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, Southern, South Western Railway

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Elephant & Castle, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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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