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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton 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 Luton to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Luton for London Gatwick Airport on Thu, Jan 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to London Gatwick Airport 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 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:27 AM Luton | 1h37 | 9:04 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:13 AM Luton | 1h21 | 9:34 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:29 AM Luton | 1h35 | 10:04 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:59 AM Luton | 1h35 | 10:34 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:29 AM Luton | 1h35 | 1:04 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Why should you book Luton to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as Southern and east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Luton to London Gatwick Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Luton to London Gatwick Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern and east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Luton to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 03:09 |
Last train 22:32 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains from Luton to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and London Gatwick Airport from $15 (€12). 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 to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to London Gatwick Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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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