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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Showing times and prices for 25 Jan
Cheapest
£87
Average
£93
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
C4899108:153h34
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£871One-way
2 changes
P1204809:033h46
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
3 changes
C4899908:353h20
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
W4905209:064h13
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
3 changes
C4900408:553h30
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 January
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast C48991 | 08:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 11:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Avanti West Coast C48999 | 08:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h20 | 11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Avanti West Coast C49004 | 08:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Avanti West Coast P12048 | 09:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h46 | 12:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| Avanti West Coast W49052 | 09:06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h13 | 13:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes |
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Train times from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Showing times and prices for 25 Jan
Fastest Journey
3 h 20 m
Average
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
294 km
To travel from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
Fastest
C4899908:353h20
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
C4900408:553h30
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
2 changes
C4899108:153h34
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£871One-way
2 changes
P1204809:033h46
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
3 changes
W4905209:064h13
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£941One-way
3 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Trains from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £15 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 £15
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Train providers 4 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 20:15 |
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 £15
Train providers: Virgin Trains, East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry trains Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Virgin Trains, East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry trains will get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Train information from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Virgin Trains:
- Average Duration: 3 h 20 min
- Cheapest Price: £54
- Virgin Trains frequency: 7 a day
FAQs: Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £96; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train time is 3 h 19 min covering the 182 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 05: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 20: 15.
There are 5 trains a day from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Thameslink. 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 to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
When taking a train from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can count on Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Thameslink for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 15.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester 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 for a train from Manchester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or coach.
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester
London
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Dining
- Costa
- Annyeong
- Franco Manca
- Katsouris Deli
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Copperhead Hotel
- The Light Boutique ApartHotel
- The Works ApartHotel
- Travelodge
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket Office
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
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
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- 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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