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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
8:043h15York station (YRK)11:19London Gatwick Airport£581One-way0 changes
- 8:043h15York station (YRK)11:19London Gatwick Airport£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 317 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £101.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 35m.
You'll arrive about 1h 22m sooner (2h 48m by train vs 4h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £101 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:31 York station (YRK) | 3h13 | 9:44 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 10:17. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 10:17 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway from York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGrand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between York station (YRK) and London Gatwick Airport from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK) and London Gatwick Airport
Most York station (YRK) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the York to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare York station (YRK) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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