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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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36

train journeys
per day

209

miles (337 kms)

5hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

10

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport is approximately 209 miles (337 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 37 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 Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    11:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    6 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    12:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    6 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    13:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:20
    6 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    14:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    6 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    15:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:20
    6 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    16:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    6 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    17:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    6 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:44
    6 hrs 2 changes
    18:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:19
    6 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Gatwick Airport

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
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 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 Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) 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 Preston (Lancs) & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 36 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 Preston (Lancs) and Gatwick Airport.

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