Travelling from Manchester to Gatwick Airport by train

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

The fastest trains from Manchester to Gatwick Airport take around 3 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 294 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around  05:05. The last departure is usually at around 21:15 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:05, with the last train leaving at around 20:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 54 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$73.50.

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 Manchester to Gatwick Airport?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester 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 Manchester to Gatwick Airport?

The Manchester to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Manchester at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 21:15 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:05, with the final departure at 20:55.