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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Showing times and prices for 06 Oct
Cheapest
£94
Average
£94
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
C79561
08:265h17
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:43Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
3 changes
Cheapest
C31232
09:204h43
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:03Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
Cheapest
C42380
08:125h11
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:23Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
Cheapest
C31224
08:205h11
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 6 October
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway C42380 | 08:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h11 | 13:23 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Avanti West Coast C31224 | 08:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h11 | 13:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Cross Country C79561 | 08:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h17 | 13:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| Avanti West Coast C31232 | 09:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h43 | 14:03 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Train times from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Showing times and prices for 06 Oct
Fastest Journey
4 h 43 m
Average
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
293 km
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
Fastest
C31232
09:204h43
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:03Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
C42380
08:125h11
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:23Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
C31224
08:205h11
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
C79561
08:265h17
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:43Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
3 changes
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Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
 Distance | 182 miles |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 3 h 19 min |
 Average train ticket price | £98 (€111) |
 Train frequency | 25 a day |
 Direct train | No |
 Train companies | Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry |
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) cover the 182 miles long journey taking on average 3 h 19 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £54, but the average price of train tickets is £98.
Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains trains Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
For as little as £34 you can travel by train to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.
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 Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train information:
- Average Duration: 3 h 20 min
- Cheapest Price: £34
- Virgin Trains frequency: 25 a day
FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (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 Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (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 Piccadilly (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 average journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 3 h 19 min to travel the 182 mile long route, with around there are 25 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 05: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 20: 25.
There are 25 trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you can take a train with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Manchester Piccadilly (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 20: 25.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 19 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is October.
You have options as you can travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2 different ways: train or coach.
Trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
0.5 miles (767 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.Amenities at station
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Taxi
Lockers
Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
Dining
Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
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