What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Gatwick Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at Gatwick Airport South Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Gatwick Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cambridge and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Cambridge and Gatwick Airport is 87 miles. The road distance is 94.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

The train from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Gatwick Airport bus from?

Cambridge to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Gatwick Airport train from?

Cambridge to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cambridge to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

Cambridge to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Cambridge to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

Cambridge to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Gatwick Airport is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport?

Book your Cambridge to Gatwick Airport bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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Cambridge to Gatwick Airport - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Gatwick Airporttrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 52m
£45–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk066
3h 10m
£10–18
Drive 93.7 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Gatwick Airportcar 93.7 mi
1h 37m
£23–33
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3h 50m
£24–50

Cambridge to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 87 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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