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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Luton Airport (LUA) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 82 km
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2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:19 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1h51 | 10:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:21 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1h48 | 10:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:44 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1h36 | 10:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 09:35. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 09:35 |
Train companies: Thameslink from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Luton Airport (LUA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Luton Airport (LUA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
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