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Melksham to Gatwick Airport Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Melksham to Gatwick Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 176.29, with average prices for this route around QAR 183.34. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:32
Melksham
11:47
Gatwick Airport
3h 15m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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10:56
Melksham
13:47
Gatwick Airport
2h 51m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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12:31
Melksham
15:08
Gatwick Airport
2h 37m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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12:31
Melksham
15:17
Gatwick Airport
2h 46m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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14:31
Melksham
17:08
Gatwick Airport
2h 37m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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14:31
Melksham
17:17
Paris
2h 46m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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Melksham to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:32
Last train
Last train
20:54
Departure station
Departure station
Melksham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Gatwick Airport
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
141 km
Price
Price
QAR 176.29*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Melksham to Gatwick Airport

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Melksham to Gatwick Airport 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 Melksham to Gatwick Airport 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 Melksham to Gatwick Airport, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Melksham to Gatwick Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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.

Melksham to Gatwick Airport 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%.