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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York 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 York to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 3 trains that leave York for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Aug 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
9:31 AM3h13York12:44 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€391One-way0 transfers
8:18 AM3h16York11:34 AMLondon Gatwick Airport€541One-way0 transfers- 8:56 AM3h23York12:19 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€861One-way0 transfers
- 9:31 AM3h13York12:44 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€391One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM3h16York11:34 AMLondon Gatwick Airport€541One-way0 transfers
- 8:56 AM3h23York12:19 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for York to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m 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 York to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €81.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 18m.
You'll arrive about 1h 10m sooner (3h 15m by train vs 4h 25m by car). Tickets start at around €81 compared to roughly €69 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
York to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:18 AM York | 3h16 | 10:34 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:56 AM York | 3h23 | 11:19 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:56 AM York | 3h23 | 12:19 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets York to London Gatwick Airport by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Grand Central Trains to find the best option for your trip from York to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 08:55. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 8:55 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from York to London Gatwick Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between York and London Gatwick Airport from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
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Grand Central Trains
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from York to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to London Gatwick Airport
Most York to London Gatwick Airport trains use the York to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare York and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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