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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Showing times and prices for 20 Apr
Cheapest price
£106
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
284 km
Cheap tickets
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.
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LM075200+
W2600509:495h14
Manchester Airport (MIA)15:03Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
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Manchester Airport (MIA)15:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
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G36618+P12704+W21218+W2634708:415h27
Manchester Airport (MIA)14:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria08:415h17
Manchester Airport (MIA)13:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
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P13178 · P12710+C71414+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria09:055h53
Manchester Airport (MIA)14:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
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P11569+W2122210:104h58
Manchester Airport (MIA)15:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
4 changes
G36802+C44545+LM075200+W2600509:495h14
Manchester Airport (MIA)15:03Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
4 changes
G36618+P12704+C71620+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria08:415h17
Manchester Airport (MIA)13:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
4 changes
G36618+P12704+W21218+W2634708:415h27
Manchester Airport (MIA)14:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
3 changes
P13178 · P12710+C71414+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria09:055h53
Manchester Airport (MIA)14:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£1061One-way
4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m.
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Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £20 by bus.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 6 |
Train providers 3 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 19:50 |
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 £20
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 £56 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.
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Virgin Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train information:
- Average Duration: 3 h 48 min
- Cheapest Price: £56
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).
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £62 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £89; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 3 h 48 min to travel the 175 mile long journey, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 06: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 18: 48.
There are 7 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).
Take the Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 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 to travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is July.
You have options as you can travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 2 different ways: train or coach.
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester
London
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Distance to city center
13 kmCar connection
M56 motorway, Junction 5.Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Lockers
- Approximately 9€ (£7.50) per item per day.
Dining
- Hausmann's (German cuisine), Starbucks (coffee), and other options.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Assistance, toilets.
WC
- Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
- Millennium Gold Hotel (walking distance).
Lounge
- Lounges available, including Aspire and Escape Lounges.
Lost and Found Office
- Located in each terminal.
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Bus: 43, 103, 199 Train: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail Tram: Metrolink
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