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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$94
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 11 m
Trains on Sep 23
18
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
C21673+
W455561:12 PM2h22Leicester station (LEI)3:34 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way1 transfer- C21671+W4555412:43 PM2h21Leicester station (LEI)3:04 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way1 transfer
- W70796+W454311:04 PM2h10Leicester station (LEI)3:14 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$381One-way1 transfer
- W70793+W4549112:31 PM2h13Leicester station (LEI)2:44 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$381One-way1 transfer
- W70700+W4556112:12 PM2h22Leicester station (LEI)2:34 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$381One-way1 transfer
- W70796+W454311:04 PM2h10Leicester station (LEI)3:14 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$381One-way1 transfer
- C21654+W4539912:04 PM2h10Leicester station (LEI)2:14 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$451One-way1 transfer
- C21667+W454309:04 AM2h10Leicester station (LEI)11:14 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1401One-way1 transfer
- W70753+W454276:02 AM2h12Leicester station (LEI)8:14 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$791One-way1 transfer
- W70793+W4549112:31 PM2h13Leicester station (LEI)2:44 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $120.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $90 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $120 (€99).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 55m by train vs 2h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $120 (€99) compared to roughly $50 (€41) 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
Leicester to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70753+W45427 | 6:02 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h12 | 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21689+W45522 | 6:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h24 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70756+G28268 | 6:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h14 | 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70669+W45542 | 6:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h21 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21676+W45401 | 7:00 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h14 | 9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21684+W45524 | 7:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h21 | 9:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21670+W45408 | 8:01 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h13 | 10:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70677+W45523 | 8:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h21 | 10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21675+W45489 | 8:31 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h13 | 10:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21667+W45430 | 9:04 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h10 | 11:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70683+W45545 | 9:12 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h22 | 11:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70775+W45472 | 9:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h14 | 11:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21654+W45399 | 12:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h10 | 2:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70700+W45561 | 12:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h22 | 2:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70793+W45491 | 12:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h13 | 2:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21671+W45554 | 12:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h21 | 3:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W70796+W45431 | 1:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h10 | 3:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C21673+W45556 | 1:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h22 | 3:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 14:04. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 2:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Most Leicester to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Leicester to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
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