The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$213
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
C16923 · Y80847+
G27787 · G262008:33 AM5h35Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1041One-way3 transfers
C16920 · C17854 · Y80835+
G277858:10 AM4h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1041One-way4 transfers
C16923 · Y80847 · C17837+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:33 AM5h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:38 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1041One-way4 transfers
W34170+
G26406+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:43 AM3h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$3211One-way2 transfers
C16920+
W34089+
G26402+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:10 AM3h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:49 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$3211One-way3 transfers
W34170+
G26406+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:43 AM3h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$3211One-way2 transfers
C16920+
W34089+
G26402+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:10 AM3h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:49 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$3211One-way3 transfers
W33955+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G264028:07 AM3h42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:49 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$3211One-way2 transfers
C16920 · C17854 · Y80835+
G277858:10 AM4h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1041One-way4 transfers
C16923 · Y80847 · C17837+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:33 AM5h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:38 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1041One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $54 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $90 (€74).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
The journey is about 3m faster (4h 21m by train vs 4h 24m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($90 (€74) vs $105 (€86)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33955+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26402 | 8:07 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h42 | 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
C16920 · C17854 · Y80835+ G26192 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h58 | 1:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
C16920+ W34089+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26402 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h39 | 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
C16923 · Y80847 · C17837+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h05 | 1:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
C16923 · Y80847+ G27787 · G26200 | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h35 | 2:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
W34170+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G26406 | 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 12:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 7:51 PM |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transpennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Gatwick Airport from $19 (€15). 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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