What is the cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 43 min and costs £13 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Big Ben and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Parliament Square / Westminster Abbey and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Big Ben and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Big Ben station to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Westminster station and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Big Ben and Gatwick Airport is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

How do I travel from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £13 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Gatwick Airport bus from?

Big Ben to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Gatwick Airport train from?

Big Ben to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Southern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 43 min and costs £13 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Big Ben to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

Big Ben to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Big Ben to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

Big Ben to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Ben to Gatwick Airport is 29 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport.

Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

There are 1101+ hotels available in Gatwick Airport.

Big Ben to Gatwick Airport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Big Ben to Gatwick Airport by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
43 min
£14–33
Drive 28.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Big Ben to Gatwick Airportcar 28.6 mi
53 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2h 47m
£12–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Big Ben to Gatwick Airporttaxi 28.6 mi
53 min
£270–330
Train via London Blackfriars
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
46 min
£15–32

Big Ben to Gatwick Airport by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Big Ben, Greater London, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

Southern operates a train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 33 min. Gatwick Express also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to South Terminal Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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