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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN), including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:323h03Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:35Lincoln Central (LCN)£331One-way0 changes- 11:193h16Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:35Lincoln Central (LCN)£471One-way0 changes
6:163h41Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:57Lincoln Central (LCN)£501One-way0 changes- 5:163h41Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:57Lincoln Central (LCN)£501One-way0 changes
- 18:163h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)21:38Lincoln Central (LCN)£501One-way0 changes
- 9:323h03Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:35Lincoln Central (LCN)£331One-way0 changes
- 11:193h16Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:35Lincoln Central (LCN)£471One-way0 changes
- 18:163h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)21:38Lincoln Central (LCN)£501One-way0 changes
- 6:163h41Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:57Lincoln Central (LCN)£501One-way0 changes
- 5:163h41Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:57Lincoln Central (LCN)£501One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, while a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN):
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) costing on average £65.
Other travel options to Lincoln Central (LCN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 25m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £65 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C59614+ W32874+G80173 | Delayed 9:46 8:19Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h38 | 11:57 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
| W70861 · C21302+W45403 | Delayed 8:35 8:36Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h51 | 12:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
 Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+G80216+C21302+W45478 | On time 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h41 | 12:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 09:14. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 232 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:19 |
Last train 9:14 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Lincoln Central (LCN)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains use the London Kings Cross to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Lincoln Central (LCN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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