The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) without transferring at least once.
W45700+
Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street8:16 AM0h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:15 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)$301One-way1 transfer
W45653+
Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street8:19 AM1h11Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:30 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)$301One-way1 transfer
C02620+
Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street8:06 AM0h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:05 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)$301One-way1 transfer
W45700+
Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street8:16 AM0h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:15 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)$301One-way1 transfer
C02620+
Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street8:06 AM0h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:05 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)$301One-way1 transfer
W45653+
Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street8:19 AM1h11Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:30 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)$301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$28 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST):
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to London Liverpool Street (LST) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 34m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C02620+ Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 8:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 9:05 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 transfer | |
W45700+ Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 9:15 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 transfer | |
W45653+ Tube from London Bridge to London Liverpool Street | 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h11 | 9:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Tube or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Tube or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 8:36 PM |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Tube, Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) trainsThameslink, Southern, Tube, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London Liverpool Street (LST) from $13 (€11). 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 Liverpool Street (LST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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