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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Luton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Luton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Luton Airport Parkway | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Luton Airport Parkway | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Luton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Luton to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at R 190
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to Gatwick by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Luton to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Luton to Gatwick start from R 190. The average price for this train route is around R 1 123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Luton to Gatwick?
The average train journey time from Luton to Gatwick is 1h 26m, covering a distance of 86 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 17m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Luton to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 31 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Luton to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Luton to Gatwick departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 18:24.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Luton to Gatwick was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 183To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Luton to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 183 to R 1 476 for a train ticket from Luton to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 183, which is on 2026-01-28.
