The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.










Gatwick Airport (GTW) - Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)Compare Thameslink, Southern


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
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€39 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h35 | 7:07 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h22 | 8:24 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h20 | 9:06 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as Southern offer trains services from Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway.
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Thameslink tickets can be bought on Thameslink's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Southern to help you choose the right option for your journey from Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 21:06 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) from $17 (€14). 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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