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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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37

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

Northern Rail, Gatwick Express, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:46
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:41
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:57
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:19
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    5 hrs 2 changes
    12:19
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:57
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:49
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:19
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:19
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:20
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:46
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    15:57
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:49
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:19
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:46
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    17:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:19
    5 hrs 2 changes
    17:19
    Gatwick Airport
    Manchester Victoria
    Gatwick Airport to Manchester Victoria

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gatwick Airport & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Gatwick Express, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Gatwick Airport and Manchester Victoria, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.