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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)

Showing times and prices for 17 Feb

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 40 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 52 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.

Thameslink
08:191h04
London Gatwick Airport
09:23London Liverpool Street (LST)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:060h52
London Gatwick Airport
08:58London Liverpool Street (LST)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
11:160h52
London Gatwick Airport
12:08London Liverpool Street (LST)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:160h52
London Gatwick Airport
09:08London Liverpool Street (LST)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:360h52
London Gatwick Airport
09:28London Liverpool Street (LST)
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 40 km

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Coach

£22

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

1h 37m

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30m

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink08:06 London Gatwick Airport
0h52
08:58 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
thameslink08:19 London Gatwick Airport
1h04
09:23 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
thameslink14:16 London Gatwick Airport
0h52
15:08 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
thameslink16:16 London Gatwick Airport
0h52
17:08 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 52m.

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 £5
Distance
40 km
Average train duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
52m
First train
06:06
Last train
22:46
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 £5

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, National Express, Tube, Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) trainsThameslink, Southern, National Express, Tube, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London Liverpool Street (LST) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£24
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Southern

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
52m
Cheapest Price
£14
Thameslink frequency
9 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
Learn more about Thameslink

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£5
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£38
Gatwick Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
Learn more about Gatwick Express

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) is 40 km.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) leaves at 6:06.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) departs at 22:46.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
To get from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering views of the countryside initially, followed by residential and industrial landscapes as you approach central London. While not traditionally considered scenic, passengers can enjoy sights of the English countryside at the beginning of the journey.
Yes, a day trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street is feasible. The journey takes 52m and covers 40 km. Trains run 11 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).

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