Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
C31253
09:55AM3h30
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:25PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1251One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
C21644
09:35AM3h33
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:08PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1251One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C21639
09:15AM3h29
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:44PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:15AM3h29
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:35AM3h20
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:55AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:15AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h29 11:44AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:35AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h20 11:55AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C21638
08:55AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h30 12:25PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C21639
09:15AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h29 12:44PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C21644
09:35AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h33 01:08PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31253
09:55AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3h30 01:25PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 20 m

Average

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

293 km

It's difficult to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:35AM3h20
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:55AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C21639
09:15AM3h29
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:44PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:15AM3h29
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C31253
09:55AM3h30
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
01:25PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$1251One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C21638
08:55AM3h30
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:25PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$3091One-way
2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

distanceDistance182 miles (293 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 19 min
priceAverage train ticket price$129 (€111)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAvanti West Coast or CrossCountry

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) cover the 182 miles (293 km) long route taking on average 3 h 19 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $72 (€62), but the average price of train tickets is $129 (€111).

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) trains

Buy your official Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains train tickets to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $45 (€39) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $45
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $72 (€62) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $129 (€111); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train travel time is 3 h 19 min   for the 182 mile (293 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 5: 11 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 8: 25 PM.
There are 25 trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can count on Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 25 PM.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 19 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is October.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 2 different ways: train or bus.

Trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
0.5 miles (767 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Manchester Airport
8 miles (13 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
Dining
Dining
Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

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