The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 5 trains that leave Coventry station (COV) for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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 train and bus for Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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€67 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W09831+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ Y30562 | On time 6:12 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h18 | 8:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
C23544+ P08525 | On time 6:25 AM Coventry station (COV) | 3h01 | 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
W09833+ G17793 · G19277+ Y28879 | On time 6:29 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h50 | 9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
W09833+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ Y28874 | On time 6:29 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h20 | 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
W09835+ L33726+ G17555 · G19280 | On time 6:50 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h48 | 9:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
W09835+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ Y36843 | On time 6:50 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h24 | 9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 04:36 |
Last train 20:34 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Great Western Rail, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Great Western Rail, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Coventry station (COV) and London Gatwick Airport from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry station (COV) 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
Popular train stations from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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