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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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26

train journeys
per day

228

miles (368 kms)

5hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

10

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Gatwick Airport is approximately 228 miles (368 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 53 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Southern, Northern Rail, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Gatwick Airport.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:50
    6 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:26
    6 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:51
    6 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:31
    6 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    6 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:46
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    6 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:22
    6 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:04
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:31
    6 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    6 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:46
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:44
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:51
    6 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:25
    6 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:49
    6 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:52
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    21:25
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    6 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    22:04
    Lancaster
    Gatwick Airport
    Lancaster to Gatwick Airport

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Lancaster and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Lancaster & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Southern, Northern Rail, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Gatwick Airport.

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