The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 26 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
W594248:011h35Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:36Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£251One-way0 changes
G84459 · W594278:461h20Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:06Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£251One-way1 change
G84455 · W594248:161h20Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:36Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£251One-way1 change
W595078:361h18Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:54Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£251One-way0 changes
W594278:321h34Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:06Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£251One-way0 changes
W578157:361h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:45Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£321One-way0 changes
W578147:061h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:15Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£321One-way0 changes
W578168:061h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:15Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£321One-way0 changes
W595026:361h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:53Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£321One-way0 changes
W595006:061h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:23Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 81 km
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1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59393 | 0:03 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h42 | 1:45 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59367 | On time 0:42 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h47 | 2:29 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59371 | On time 1:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h44 | 3:29 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59375 | On time 2:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h44 | 4:29 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59379 | 3:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h44 | 5:29 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59384 | 4:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h33 | 5:53 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59410 | 4:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h38 | 6:18 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59411 | 5:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h29 | 6:48 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59412 | 5:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h36 | 7:08 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84435 · W59412 | 5:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h22 | 7:08 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 change | |
W59414 | 6:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h36 | 7:38 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59500 | 6:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 7:23 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84439 · W59414 | 6:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h22 | 7:38 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 change | |
W59502 | 6:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 7:53 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59634 | 7:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h36 | 8:38 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W57814 | 7:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 8:15 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84447+ C51871 | 7:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h22 | 8:38 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 change | |
W59421 | 7:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h39 | 9:07 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W57815 | 7:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 8:45 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84451 · W59421 | 7:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h21 | 9:07 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 change | |
W59424 | 8:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h35 | 9:36 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W57816 | 8:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 9:15 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84455 · W59424 | 8:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h20 | 9:36 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 change | |
W59427 | 8:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 10:06 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59507 | 8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h18 | 9:54 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84459 · W59427 | 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h20 | 10:06 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) from £12. 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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