The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Lincoln Central (LCN) on Wed, Nov 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 41 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.








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Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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€71 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h15 | 7:00 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h41 | 11:00 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h16 | 8:52 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h11 | 11:00 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 11:49. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 11:49 |
Train companies: LNER, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsLNER, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from $54 (€43). 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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