| First train | 06:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:45 | |
| Departure station | Barrow-in-Furness | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 5h 17m | |
| Distance | 242 miles (389 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Thinking about taking the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Gatwick Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 18 minutes to travel the 242 miles (389 km) from Barrow-in-Furness to Gatwick Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to Gatwick Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Barrow-in-Furness to Gatwick Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Gatwick Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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