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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Showing times and prices for 24 May
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
176 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Leicester station (LEI) for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
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Leicester station (LEI)09:44London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Leicester station (LEI)08:44London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£371One-way
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Leicester station (LEI)12:38London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£371One-way
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Leicester station (LEI)23:34London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£421One-way
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Leicester station (LEI)10:14London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Leicester station (LEI)10:14London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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07:302h14
Leicester station (LEI)09:44London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£331One-way
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21:142h20
Leicester station (LEI)23:34London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£421One-way
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Leicester station (LEI)08:44London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£371One-way
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Leicester station (LEI)11:38London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m.
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Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 11 |
Train providers 3 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 21:52 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train providers: East Midlands Trains and Thameslink trains Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can travel by train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with East Midlands Trains and Thameslink for as low as £30. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Train information from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with East Midlands Trains:
- Average Duration: 2 h 5 min
- Cheapest Price: £30
FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Cheap train tickets from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £75; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train travel time is 2 h 11 min for the 109 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 05: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 20: 04.
There are 9 trains a day from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
For the trip from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you can take a train with East Midlands Trains, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Leicester station (LEI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 04.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Leicester station (LEI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Leicester station (LEI) including taking a train or coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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