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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Gatwick Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport 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 train which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 293 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h25 | 09:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 11:00 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 11:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 11:44 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 13:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 19:25 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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