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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 14
$98
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$122
Fastest journey on Sep 14
3 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
3 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 14
3
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 3 trains from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
8:48 AM3h56Manchester Airport12:44 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$981One-way0 transfers- 8:50 AM4h10Manchester Airport1:00 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1331One-way0 transfers
- 9:01 AM3h48Manchester Airport12:49 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1361One-way0 transfers
- 9:01 AM3h48Manchester Airport12:49 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1361One-way0 transfers
- 8:48 AM3h56Manchester Airport12:44 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$981One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM4h10Manchester Airport1:00 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, while a train costs an average of $150.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$150 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m 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 Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $88 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $150 (€122).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 54m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (3h 11m by train vs 3h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $150 (€122) compared to roughly $97 (€79) 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.
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
Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:13 PM Manchester Airport | 4h15 | 4:28 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:17 PM Manchester Airport | 5h12 | 11:29 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
| 8:48 AM Manchester Airport | 3h56 | 12:44 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Manchester Airport | 4h10 | 1:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:01 AM Manchester Airport | 3h48 | 12:49 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 09:10. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 9:10 AM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Airport and London Gatwick Airport from $26 (€21). 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 Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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.
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