London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£103

Average price

£150

Fastest journey

3 h 54 m

Average duration

4 h 4 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

267 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes will cost around £150 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.

Fast trains

To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes you need to make at least 2 changes.

Thameslink
19:063h54
Gatwick Airport
23:00Cleethorpes
£1031One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
09:464h07
Gatwick Airport
13:53Cleethorpes
£1141One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
04:204h32
Gatwick Airport
08:52Cleethorpes
£1781One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
05:464h07
Gatwick Airport
09:53Cleethorpes
£1781One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
06:464h07
Gatwick Airport
10:53Cleethorpes
£1781One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £103.

Distance: 267 km

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Coach

£171

Average Price

£49

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Cheapest

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 26m

Average total duration

9h 56m

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 19:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink04:20 Gatwick Airport
4h32
08:52 Cleethorpes2 changes
thameslink05:46 Gatwick Airport
4h07
09:53 Cleethorpes2 changes
thameslink06:46 Gatwick Airport
4h07
10:53 Cleethorpes2 changes
thameslink07:46 Gatwick Airport
4h07
11:53 Cleethorpes2 changes
thameslink08:46 Gatwick Airport
4h07
12:53 Cleethorpes2 changes

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Thameslink operates all trains services from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 3h 50m.

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 £49
Distance
267 km
Average train duration
3h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£103
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 50m
First train
00:42
Last train
22:36
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 £49

Train companies: Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Cleethorpes from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£103
Thameslink frequency
12 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
Family area

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £103, while the average price tends to be around £171.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes covers a distance of 267 km and takes approximately 3h 50m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes is 267 km.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes leaves at 0:42.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes departs at 22:36.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes.
To get from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes.
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes is by coach, costing approximately £49.
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the English countryside, passing through picturesque areas like the South Downs and the Lincolnshire Wolds, providing a pleasant and diverse visual experience.
A day trip from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 50m. However, there are 4 trains per day for this route.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Cleethorpes is typically recommended to explore its beaches, enjoy the local attractions like the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway, and experience the vibrant promenade.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Cleethorpes.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Cleethorpes

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Cleethorpes
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:45 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:00 - 21:45 Sunday: 07:15 - 21:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Within car park, within station, on station concourse
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cleethorpes
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement buses will depart from the station car park. Northern replacement buses pick up / drop off at the entrance to the station car park

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