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Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

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Cheap train tickets from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
East Midlands RailwayW21232East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21232, W26148
09:30AM2h14
Leicester station (LEI)
11:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$881One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21134East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21134, W26303
08:13AM2h21
Leicester station (LEI)
10:34AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1221One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21140East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21140, W26315
09:12AM2h22
Leicester station (LEI)
11:34AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1221One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21225East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21225, W26138
08:31AM2h13
Leicester station (LEI)
10:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1421One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21229East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21229, W26143
09:02AM2h12
Leicester station (LEI)
11:14AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1421One-way
1 transfer

Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
East Midlands Railway
W21223
East Midlands RailwayW21223		08:01AM Leicester station (LEI)2h13 10:14AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
W21134
East Midlands RailwayW21134		08:13AM Leicester station (LEI)2h21 10:34AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
W21225
East Midlands RailwayW21225		08:31AM Leicester station (LEI)2h13 10:44AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
W21229
East Midlands RailwayW21229		09:02AM Leicester station (LEI)2h12 11:14AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
W21140
East Midlands RailwayW21140		09:12AM Leicester station (LEI)2h22 11:34AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
W21232
East Midlands RailwayW21232		09:30AM Leicester station (LEI)2h14 11:44AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

2 h 12 m

Average

2 h 16 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

177 km

It's difficult to get from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without transferring at least once.

Fastest
East Midlands RailwayW21229East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21229, W26143
09:02AM2h12
Leicester station (LEI)
11:14AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1421One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21225East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21225, W26138
08:31AM2h13
Leicester station (LEI)
10:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1421One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21223East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21223, W26133
08:01AM2h13
Leicester station (LEI)
10:14AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1601One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21232East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21232, W26148
09:30AM2h14
Leicester station (LEI)
11:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$881One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayW21134East Midlands Railway+ThameslinkW21134, W26303
08:13AM2h21
Leicester station (LEI)
10:34AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1221One-way
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€36) but you can travel from only $14 (€13) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $14 (€13)
Distance
109 miles (176 km)
Average train duration
2h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
$39 (€36)
Trains per day
8
Train providers
2
Fastest train
2h 10m
First train
04:47
Last train
19:04
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $14 (€13)

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink and east_midlands_trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) trains

Travel between Leicester and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from $33 (€30) with Omio’s train partners East Midlands Trains, Thameslink and east_midlands_trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train information from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with East Midlands Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $33

FAQs: Trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $40 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $84 (€76); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train time is 2 h 10 min   covering the 109 mile (176 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 4: 47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 7: 04 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
When taking a train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can count on East Midlands Trains, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 04 PM.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Leicester
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
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ATMATM
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HotelHotel
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address
Address
Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Dining
Dining
  • Maxin Chicken
  • Mr Browns
  • Grays Coffee Shop & Kitchen @ LCB Depot
  • Domino's
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Spindle Lodge Hotel
  • Premier Inn
  • Park Hotel
  • The Grand Hotel
Public transit options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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