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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lincoln for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.
8:203h10Lincoln11:30London Gatwick Airport£601One-way0 changes
6:093h55Lincoln10:04London Gatwick Airport£881One-way0 changes
- 8:203h10Lincoln11:30London Gatwick Airport£601One-way0 changes
- 6:093h55Lincoln10:04London Gatwick Airport£881One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 231 km
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£56 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:18 Lincoln | 4h02 | 13:20 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 Lincoln | 5h29 | 16:09 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 6:09 Lincoln | 3h55 | 10:04 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 231 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 22:38 |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink from Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Lincoln and London Gatwick Airport from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and London Gatwick Airport
Most Lincoln to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Lincoln Central to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and London Gatwick Airport 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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