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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 17 Nov

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£90

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 14 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

177 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.

Fast trains

To travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.

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09:302h14
Leicester station (LEI)
11:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£631One-way
1 change
East Midlands TrainsY06951+ThameslinkY37034
09:122h22
Leicester station (LEI)
11:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£631One-way
1 change
East Midlands TrainsY06945+ThameslinkY37022
08:132h21
Leicester station (LEI)
10:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£881One-way
1 change
East Midlands TrainsY07036+ThameslinkY36857
08:312h13
Leicester station (LEI)
10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£881One-way
1 change
East Midlands TrainsY07034+ThameslinkY36852
08:012h13
Leicester station (LEI)
10:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1201One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 177 km

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Coach

£76

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

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Live departures

Leicester to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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On time
08:29 Leicester station (LEI)
2h34
11:03 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY07017+thameslinkY37030
On time
08:29 Leicester station (LEI)
2h39
11:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
east_midlands_railwayY06933+thameslinkY36869
On time
08:53 Leicester station (LEI)
2h27
11:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
east_midlands_railwayY07021+thameslinkY37042
On time
09:27 Leicester station (LEI)
2h41
12:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
east_midlands_railwayY07021+thameslinkY36688+southernY28583
On time
09:27 Leicester station (LEI)
2h36
12:03 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY06934+thameslinkY37200+southernY28585
On time
09:57 Leicester station (LEI)
2h36
12:33 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 6m.

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 £8
Distance
177 km
Average train duration
2h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
03:47
Last train
17:43
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 £8

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and London Gatwick Airport from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£14
East Midlands Trains frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Learn more about Thameslink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£29
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£74
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Leicester to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £76.
The train journey from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 177 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train distance from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is 177 km.
The first train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 3:47.
Trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport.
To get from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport departs at 17:43.
There is no night train service from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and London Gatwick Airport

Leicester
London
LeicesterWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
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address
Address
Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
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
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
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 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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