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Gatwick Express Electrostar (UK)
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At a Glance
Travel Pass Supplement
Rail Pass Reservation Fees
Reservations
Not Available
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
Accessing the train
Wheelchair Spaces
Train Specification
Attributes of the train
Has a Conductor
Country
Which country these trains operate in.
Great Britain
Travel Passes
On Board
First
Perks
WiFi
A complimentary WiFi portal is available throughout this train.
Power Socket (UK)
The power sockets on this train are compatible with the standard 3-point plugs as typically used in the UK.
Standard
Perks
WiFi
A complimentary WiFi portal is available throughout this train.
Power Socket (UK)
The power sockets on this train are compatible with the standard 3-point plugs as typically used in the UK.
Gatwick Express travel guide:
These are relatively modern and smart trains, which are a especially adapted version of these commuter trains.
The three key on board adaptations are:
(1) power sockets at every seat, so there's no need to fret about charging up devices at the airport.
(2) additional luggage racks
(3) The seating is arranged 2 + 2 across the aisle throughout Standard/Second class, with space to store smaller bags beneath the seats
First Class seating is also arranged 2 + 2 so the key benefit of travelling First Class is that this area of the train will be less busy and you'll be more likely to store large items of luggage with easy access
Some of the seats in both First and Standard Class have tables.
Good to know info
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Are seats allocated when booking tickets?
Seat reservations are not available, but there are multiple methods of checking which specific departures will most likely to have seats available when boarding.
Though in general this shouldn't be an issue unless you will be boarding on Monday-Friday at Gatwick Airport between 07:00 and 08:30, or on Monday-Friday at London Victoria between 17:30 and 19:00.
That's because in addition to Gatwick Airport, these trains now also serve Brighton, which is a popular commuter destination.
What catering is available on the train?
None - so purchase food and drink pre-boarding.
Are power sockets available?
Yes there are now power sockets at every seat,
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes it is available
What is the luggage policy?
There is no specific limit - as per the guide on the Gatwick Express website, though the expectation is that each passenger who doesn't require assistance, will be capable of carrying / handling their own luggage.
Are wheelchair spaces available?
Yes - they are available in some of the Standard Classs coaches.
Can non-folding bikes be taken on board?
Despite these trains not having dedicated bike spaces, non-folding bikes can still be taken on board, as long as they are kept out of the way of other travellers.
However, you cannot take bikes on trains which are scheduled to arrive in London between 07:00 and 10:00 and that depart from London between 16:00 and 19:00 - more information is available here.
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