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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lincoln Central (LCN) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
6:12 AM3h37Lincoln Central (LCN)9:49 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$611One-way0 transfers- 8:03 AM3h52Lincoln Central (LCN)11:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$661One-way0 transfers
- 6:12 AM3h37Lincoln Central (LCN)9:49 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$611One-way0 transfers
- 8:03 AM3h52Lincoln Central (LCN)11:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m 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 Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is $65 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $107 (€86).
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 40m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (3h 5m by train vs 3h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $107 (€86) compared to roughly $66 (€53) 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
Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C51232+Y11997+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ W60246 | On time 8:02 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h53 | 11:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
C51232+ G83672+W60138 | On time 8:02 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h06 | 12:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| Y12470 · C51645+G84486 | On time 8:17 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h57 | 12:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
C40747+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ P25962 | On time 9:20 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h10 | 12:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C51272 · C51244+W59546 | On time 9:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h52 | 1:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C51272+Y11701+G84496 | On time 9:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h32 | 1:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C52283+Y12000+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+W60266 | On time 10:19 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h37 | 1:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| C52283+G83688+W60148 | On time 10:19 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h49 | 2:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C40753+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+P25986 | On time 11:20 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h10 | 2:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C51182 · C51570+W59562 | On time 11:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h52 | 3:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C51182+C40687+G84516 | On time 11:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h32 | 3:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C51922+Y12003+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+W60287 | On time 12:19 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h36 | 3:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 15:20. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 3:20 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $27 (€22). 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 Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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- 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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