London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 19 Aug

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

1 h 29 m

Average duration

1 h 29 m

Trains per day

21

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

To travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.

  • ThameslinkW45561+MetroLuton Dart
    13:051h29
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    14:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW45574
    15:051h29
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    16:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW32976+MetroLuton Dart
    11:051h29
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    12:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW45554
    13:351h29
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    15:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW45569+MetroLuton Dart
    11:351h29
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    13:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £221One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train 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 £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 82 km

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Coach

£31

Average Price

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

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30m

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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, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45524+MetroLuton Dart8:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
9:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW32958+MetroLuton Dart+SouthernC82800
On time
8:19 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h36
9:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		2 changes
ThameslinkW45520+MetroLuton Dart8:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW45523+MetroLuton Dart9:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW32966+MetroLuton Dart+SouthernC82810
On time
9:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h35
10:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		2 changes
ThameslinkW45525+MetroLuton Dart9:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW4554510:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW45384+SouthernC82820+MetroLuton Dart10:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h34
11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkX8956510:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h30
12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW32976+MetroLuton Dart11:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW45569+MetroLuton Dart11:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
13:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change

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Thameslink operates all trains services from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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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 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 09:35. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 29m.

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 £13
Distance
82 km
Average train duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
6:18
Last train
9:35
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
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 £13

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 £13. 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
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£22
Thameslink frequency
10 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
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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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 82 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 82 km.
The first train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 6:18.
The last train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 9:35.
Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
To get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Luton Airport to Gatwick Airport primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering views of the English countryside interspersed with industrial and residential landscapes, but it is not typically considered a particularly scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from London Luton Airport to Gatwick Airport is feasible with a travel time of 1h 29m and a distance of 82 km. Trains run frequently, with 10 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

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