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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£17
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£17
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
1 h 24 m
Trains on 30 Aug
10
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton 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 Luton to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 10 trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
C027598:571h46Luton station (LUT)10:43Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes- W455059:291h40Luton station (LUT)11:09Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W457649:131h21Luton station (LUT)10:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W457599:431h21Luton station (LUT)11:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W4576310:131h21Luton station (LUT)11:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W457649:131h21Luton station (LUT)10:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W457599:431h21Luton station (LUT)11:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W4576310:131h21Luton station (LUT)11:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W457678:421h25Luton station (LUT)10:07Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- W45505+
G260869:291h32Luton station (LUT)11:01Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 82 km
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2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02573 | On time 7:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 9:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02663 | On time 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 9:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02611 | On time 8:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02626 | On time 8:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02567 | On time 8:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02648 | On time 9:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02571 | On time 9:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02664 | On time 9:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02565 | On time 9:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02624 | On time 10:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02578 | On time 10:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02686 | On time 10:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02595 | 10:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02621 | On time 11:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02580 | On time 11:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 13:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02676 | On time 11:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 13:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02593 | 11:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 13:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02637 | 12:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 13:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02569 | On time 12:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 14:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02659 | On time 12:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 14:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02576 | On time 12:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 14:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02651 | On time 13:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 14:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02630 | 13:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 15:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02645 | On time 13:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 15:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02597 | 13:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02643 | On time 14:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02574 | On time 14:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 16:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02671 | 14:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 16:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02615 | On time 14:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 16:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02672 | 15:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 16:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02607 | On time 15:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 17:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02625 | On time 15:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 17:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02583 | On time 15:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 17:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02652 | On time 16:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 17:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02603 | On time 16:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 18:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02665 | On time 16:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 18:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02588 | On time 16:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 18:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02660 | On time 17:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 18:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02594 | 17:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 19:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02679 | On time 17:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 19:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02584 | On time 17:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 19:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02697 | On time 18:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 19:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02572 | On time 18:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 20:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02690 | On time 18:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 20:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02612 | On time 18:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 20:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02691 | On time 19:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 20:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02654 | On time 19:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 21:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02681 | On time 19:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 21:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02670 | 19:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 21:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02692 | On time 20:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 21:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02677 | On time 20:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h37 | 22:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02695 | On time 20:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 22:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02631 | 20:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 22:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02698 | On time 21:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 22:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02661 | On time 21:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 23:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02682 | On time 21:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 23:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02693 | On time 22:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 23:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02771 | On time 22:41 Luton station (LUT) | 1h45 | 0:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45509 | On time 23:11 Luton station (LUT) | 1h37 | 0:48 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45508 | On time 23:33 Luton station (LUT) | 1h49 | 1:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 13:43. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 2:40 |
Last train 13:43 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and London Gatwick Airport from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and London Gatwick Airport
Most Luton to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Luton to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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