The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£218
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £218 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34090+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G263079:543h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£841One-way2 changes
W33893+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
W455699:343h30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£981One-way2 changes
W33893+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
C828309:343h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£981One-way2 changes
W34202+
G28268+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge5:043h40Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£2441One-way2 changes
W34104+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
W329828:343h30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£2441One-way2 changes
W33893+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
C828309:343h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£981One-way2 changes
W34104+
C82820+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:343h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£2441One-way2 changes
W34018+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G261656:143h24Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)£2441One-way2 changes
W33953+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
C828006:293h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£2441One-way2 changes
W34104+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
W329828:343h30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£2441One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£133 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34104+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ C82820 | On time 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W34104+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W32982 | On time 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W33888+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26301 | On time 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W33888+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W32976 | On time 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W34134+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45482 | On time 9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 12:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W34134+ Y80835+ G27785 · G26192 | On time 9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h54 | 13:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
W33893+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ C82830 | On time 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 12:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W33893+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45569 | On time 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 13:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W34090+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26307 | On time 9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ G28268 | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 8:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W34202+ G27779 · G26168+ W70256 | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h04 | 10:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
W33932+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45524 | 5:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 9:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W33950 · W34251+ G26389+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 6:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h47 | 9:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
W34018+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26165 | 6:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 9:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W33953+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ C82800 | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 9:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W33952+ W70287+ G27783 · G26184 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h54 | 12:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
W33952+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45472 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 11:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 21:14 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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