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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport
Showing times and prices for 22 Aug
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
81 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport you need to make at least one change.
C02620+
Luton Dart8:061h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:34London Luton Airport (LUA)£221One-way1 change- C02623+Luton Dart8:361h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:04London Luton Airport (LUA)£221One-way1 change
- W45700+
C41870+Luton Dart8:161h32Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:48London Luton Airport (LUA)£341One-way2 changes - C02610+
C82350+Luton Dart8:431h34Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:17London Luton Airport (LUA)£341One-way2 changes - W45731+C41872+Luton Dart8:461h32Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:18London Luton Airport (LUA)£341One-way2 changes
- C02620+Luton Dart8:061h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:34London Luton Airport (LUA)£221One-way1 change
- C02623+Luton Dart8:361h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:04London Luton Airport (LUA)£221One-way1 change
- W45700+C41870+Luton Dart8:161h32Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:48London Luton Airport (LUA)£341One-way2 changes
- W45731+C41872+Luton Dart8:461h32Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:18London Luton Airport (LUA)£341One-way2 changes
- C02610+C82350+Luton Dart8:431h34Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:17London Luton Airport (LUA)£341One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 81 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45602+Luton Dart | On time 8:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h20 | 9:26 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| W45403+Luton Dart | On time 8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h29 | 10:05 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C82348+W32940+Luton Dart | On time 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 10:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45478+Luton Dart+C41873 | On time 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 10:18 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45413+Luton Dart | On time 9:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 10:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| X89566+Luton Dart+C41875 | On time 9:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 10:48 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45535+Luton Dart | On time 9:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 11:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C82358+W32945+Luton Dart | On time 9:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 11:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45479+Luton Dart+C41879 | On time 9:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 11:18 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45375+Luton Dart | On time 10:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 11:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| W32943+C82363+Luton Dart | Delayed 9:33 10:13Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 11:47 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45428+Luton Dart+C41881 | On time 10:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 11:48 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45553+Luton Dart | On time 10:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 12:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C82367+W32939+Luton Dart | On time 10:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 12:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45493+Luton Dart+C41884 | On time 10:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 12:18 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45548+Luton Dart | On time 11:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 12:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C82373+W32952+Luton Dart | On time 11:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 12:47 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45425+Luton Dart+C41888 | On time 11:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 12:48 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45521+Luton Dart | On time 11:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h28 | 13:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C82377+W32970+Luton Dart | On time 11:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 13:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45467+Luton Dart+C41892 | On time 11:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 13:18 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
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Thameslink as well as Southern offer trains services from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 28m.
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 £12
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 4:19 |
Last train 22:06 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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 £12
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London Luton Airport from £12. 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
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£33
Southern frequency
4 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
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
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
8 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
FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton 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 Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport covers a distance of 81 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport is 81 km.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport leaves at 4:19.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport departs at 22:06.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
To get from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport offers some views of the English countryside, urban areas, and suburban landscapes, but it is not typically considered particularly scenic.
Yes, a day trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport is feasible as the journey takes 1h 28m and covers a distance of 81 km. There are 9 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to London Luton Airport.
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