The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 6 trains that leave Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sat, Dec 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
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Compare train and bus for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
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€37 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y36990 | On time 6:16 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h18 | 7:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y36662 | On time 6:32 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h32 | 8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y36994 | On time 6:46 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h18 | 8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y36665 | On time 7:02 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h32 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y36999 | On time 7:16 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h18 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y36669 | On time 7:32 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h32 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 20:16 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $17 (€14). 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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