The average train between Preston and Gatwick takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.
Trains run hourly between Preston and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 6:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Gatwick station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Preston to Gatwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Gatwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
Book your Preston to Gatwick train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Gatwick is 335.4 km. The road distance is 381 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Gatwick Airport via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 5m.