The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Peterborough 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 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.










Live departures
Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:46 Peterborough | 2h18 | 10:04 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:57 Peterborough | 2h17 | 10:14 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:50 Peterborough | 2h05 | 11:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:11 Peterborough | 2h07 | 21:18 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:54 Peterborough | 2h24 | 22:18 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:23, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 02:23 |
Last train 19:54 |
Train companies: Thameslink, LNER, Great Northern from Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, LNER, Great Northern trains will get you between Peterborough and London Gatwick Airport from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and London Gatwick Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
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