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++++The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)Showing times and prices for Jul 10
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1h 9m
Average duration
1h 34m
Trains per day
5
Distance
58 km
London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train with Thameslink
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN):
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $30 (€25) 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.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
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
London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45601 | On time 8:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h35 | 9:36 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G26281+W45403+ Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | On time 8:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h52 | 9:54 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2 transfers | |
| W45602 | On time 8:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 9:15 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82344+W45601 | On time 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h23 | 9:36 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 transfer | |
| C82344+W32940+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | On time 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 10:06 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2 transfers |
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 2:45 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) from $16 (€13). 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains use the London St Pancras International to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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