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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool 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 to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
C16939+
W33934+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G2643012:12 PM3h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$841One-way3 transfers- C16944 · C18008 · Y80895+G277951:12 PM4h56Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1061One-way4 transfers
- C16947 · Y80903 · C18015+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria1:33 PM5h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:38 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1061One-way4 transfers
- C16951 · C17796 · C17791+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria2:33 PM5h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:38 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1061One-way4 transfers
- C16942 · Y80895 · C18008+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria12:33 PM5h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:38 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1061One-way4 transfers
- W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G2643412:43 PM3h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)4:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1141One-way2 transfers
- C16939+W33934+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G2643012:12 PM3h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$841One-way3 transfers
- C01288+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G2643012:08 PM3h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1161One-way2 transfers
- C16944 · C18008 · Y80895+G277951:12 PM4h56Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1061One-way4 transfers
- C16949 · C18015 · Y80903+G277972:12 PM4h56Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$1061One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m 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 to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $70 (€56).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 6m.
The journey is about 8m faster (4h 16m by train vs 4h 24m by car) and roughly $35 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($70 (€56) vs $105 (€85)). 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 to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C16932 · C17802 · C17806+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h05 | 3:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26420 | On time 10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 2:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C16934+W33965+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26423 | On time 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 2:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| W34094+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26427 | On time 11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 3:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C01288+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26430 | On time 12:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h41 | 3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C16939+W33934+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26430 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| C16939 · C18016 · Y80883+G27793 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h56 | 5:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| C16942 · Y80895 · C18008+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 12:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h05 | 5:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26434 | On time 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 4:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C16944 · C18008 · Y80895+G27795 | 1:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h56 | 6:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| C16947 · Y80903 · C18015+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 1:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h05 | 6:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| C16949 · C18015 · Y80903+G27797 | On time 2:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h56 | 7:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| C16951 · C17796 · C17791+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 2:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h05 | 7:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| W34081+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26458 | On time 4:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h40 | 7:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C16959+W34140+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26458 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 7:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 7:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Liverpool and London Gatwick Airport from $13 (€10). 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 to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 to London Gatwick Airport
Most Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool 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.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
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