Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 14 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Avanti West Coast
05:033h52
Manchester Airport (MAN)
08:55London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£541One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:043h51
Manchester Airport (MAN)
10:55London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
08:013h48
Manchester Airport (MAN)
11:49London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:254h00
Manchester Airport (MAN)
11:25London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
0 changes

Train timetableManchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 September
Avanti West Coast
05:033h52
Manchester Airport (MAN)
08:55London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:043h51
Manchester Airport (MAN)
10:55London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
08:013h48
Manchester Airport (MAN)
11:49London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:254h00
Manchester Airport (MAN)
11:25London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
0 changes

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Train times from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 14 Sept

Fastest Journey

3 h 48 m

Average

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

284 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MAN) for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West Coast
08:013h48
Manchester Airport (MAN)
11:49London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:043h51
Manchester Airport (MAN)
10:55London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
05:033h52
Manchester Airport (MAN)
08:55London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£541One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:254h00
Manchester Airport (MAN)
11:25London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£941One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

distanceDistance175 miles
durationAverage train duration3 h 48 min
priceAverage train ticket price£98 (€111)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or Northern Rail (3)

Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) cover the 175 miles long journey taking on average 3 h 48 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or Northern Rail (3). Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £98, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £54.

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains trains Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Travel between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from £55 with Omio’s train partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train information from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with East Midlands Trains:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: £93

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £54 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £98; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Airport (MAN) is on average 3 h 48 min   for the 175 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Airport (MAN) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 05: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 19: 48.
There are 12 trains a day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
For the trip from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or Northern Rail (3). Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 48.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is July.
You have options as you can travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Airport (MAN) 2 different ways: train or coach.

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