Travelling from Leicester to Gatwick Airport by train

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Gatwick Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Gatwick Airport take around 2 hours and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 177 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  04:45. The last departure is usually at around 22:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 04:39, with the last train leaving at around 21:56. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 112 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$46.15.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gatwick Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gatwick Airport.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Gatwick Airport?

The journey between Leicester and Gatwick Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Gatwick Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Gatwick Airport?

The Leicester to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 2 hours and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Gatwick Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Leicester at around 04:45 and the last train leaving at around 22:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 04:39, with the final departure at 21:56.