London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport train with Thameslink

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

Showing times and prices for 13 Aug

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

51 m

Average duration

59 m

Trains per day

9

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

Of the 9 trains that leave London Liverpool Street (LST) for London Gatwick Airport every day 9 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 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.

  • Southern
    15:121h13
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    16:25London Gatwick Airport
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Southern
    4:350h51
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    5:26London Gatwick Airport
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Southern
    14:121h13
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    15:25London Gatwick Airport
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • Southern
    11:101h09
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    12:19London Gatwick Airport
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    17:150h59
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    18:14London Gatwick Airport
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 40 km

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Coach

£25

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 16m

Average total duration

1h 46m

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30m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45647
Delayed
0:02 1:02London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h56
0:58 0:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)		0 changesdirect
SouthernG26289+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Victoria
Delayed
8:54 9:12London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h13
10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
SouthernG26289+Elizabeth lineC38125+TubeTube from Whitechapel to London Victoria
Delayed
8:54 9:17London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		2 changes
Thursday 13 August
Southern4:35 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h51
5:26 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink7:05 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
8:04 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern7:12 London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h13
8:25 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink8:05 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h59
9:04 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern8:12 London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h13
9:25 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?

Thameslink as well as Southern, Tube, Gatwick Express and more offer trains services from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.

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, Tube or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Tube or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.

Journey information

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

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Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 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 £10
Distance
40 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
50m
First train
4:30
Last train
20:12
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £10

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Tube, Gatwick Express from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern, Tube, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Liverpool Street (LST) and London Gatwick Airport from £10. 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
51m
Cheapest Price
£13
Southern frequency
5 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
50m
Cheapest Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
3 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

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
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 Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Liverpool Street (LST) 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
The cost of a train ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 50m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport is 40 km.
The first train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 4:30.
The last train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport departs at 20:12.
Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.
To get from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 train journey from London Liverpool Street to London Gatwick Airport is not particularly scenic, as it primarily travels through suburban areas and urban landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from London Liverpool Street to London Gatwick Airport is feasible, as the journey takes 50m and trains run 11 times per day, covering a distance of 40 km.
Yes, you can take the train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to London Gatwick Airport.

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