Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport take around 3 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 285 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester Airport is scheduled to depart at around  04:07. The last departure is usually at around 20:48 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester Airport at around 04:54, with the last train leaving at around 19:01. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 94 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €89.16.

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 Airport to Gatwick Airport?

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

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

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

The Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 3 hours and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester Airport 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 Airport at around 04:07 and the last train leaving at around 20:48 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester Airport at around 04:54, with the final departure at 19:01.