London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 20 Nov

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

1 h 29 m

Average duration

1 h 29 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

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

MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37034
10:051h29
London Luton Airport (LUA)
11:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37040
10:351h29
London Luton Airport (LUA)
12:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37028
09:351h29
London Luton Airport (LUA)
11:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37022
09:051h29
London Luton Airport (LUA)
10:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37016
08:351h29
London Luton Airport (LUA)
10:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport 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 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 81 km

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Coach

£26

Average Price

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

2h 20m

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30m

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Live departures

London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37022
On time
09:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37028
On time
09:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37034
On time
10:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37040
On time
10:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
Thursday 20 November
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37010
On time
08:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
09:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37016
On time
08:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h29
10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)		1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 81 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
81 km
Average train duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
07:05
Last train
17:35
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, Southern from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Luton Airport and London Gatwick Airport from £13. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
£23
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

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.
Learn more about Thameslink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
7 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 Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport 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 cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £13.
A day trip from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport is feasible. The journey takes 1h 29m with a frequency of 7 times per day for trains, covering a distance of 81 km.
The cost of a train ticket from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train distance from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 81 km.
Booking trains from London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 81 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 7 per day.
The last train from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport departs at 17:35.
There is no night train service from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The first train from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 7:05.
Trains from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
To get from London Luton Airport to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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