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Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport by train

First train

20:49

Last train

20:49

Departure station

Westhoughton

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

From 10h 15m

Distance

193 miles (311 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport by train

Looking to travel from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 10 hours 15 minutes to travel from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 10 hours 15 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 193 miles (311 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Gatwick Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Gatwick Airport – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Westhoughton and Gatwick Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport is 10 hours and 15 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport?

No, there are no direct train services from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport. Travelling from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport leave?

The first train from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport leaves at 20:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport leave?

The last train from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport leaves at 20:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Westhoughton and Gatwick Airport by train?

Trains travelling from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport cover a distance of around 193 miles (311 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gatwick Airport to Westhoughton.

Cheap train tickets from Westhoughton to Gatwick Airport

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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