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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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37

train journeys
per day

191

miles (308 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

02:11 / 01:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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

The distance by rail from Leeds to Gatwick Airport is approximately 191 miles (308 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Leeds to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    02:11
    6 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:49
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Leeds
    Gatwick Airport
    Leeds to Gatwick Airport

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 Available

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 Leeds and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Leeds and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds and Gatwick Airport 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 02:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:20.

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Amenities on trains between Leeds 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 Leeds & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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