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The average train between Leicester and Gatwick takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Leicester to Gatwick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 4m
Duration
128 mi
Distance
£74
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Leicester to Gatwick train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Leicester and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 1:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 15m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 14m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 9m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 10m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 34m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 26m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 36m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 21m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 45m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 45m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 45m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysThameslink2h 10m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Gatwick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 127.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Gatwick Airport via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 53m.

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