What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Gatwick is to line 65 bus and bus and line 460 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Gatwick is to train which takes 51 min and costs £14 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport T5 -. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Brentford and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Central London to Gatwick?

The distance between Central London and Gatwick is 31 miles. The road distance is 27.9 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £14 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Central London to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Gatwick bus from?

Central London to Gatwick bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Brentford County Court station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Gatwick train from?

Central London to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brentford station.

Train or bus from Central London to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Central London to Gatwick is to train which takes 51 min and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Central London to Gatwick bus arrive?

Central London to Gatwick bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Central London to Gatwick train arrive?

Central London to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Central London to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Gatwick is 28 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Central London to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Gatwick?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brentford to Clapham Junctiontrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
51 min
£15–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brentford County Court to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
1h 54m
£6–9
Drive 27.8 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Gatwickcar 27.8 mi
1h 1m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Gatwicktaxi 27.8 mi
1h 1m
£120–160
Line 65 bus, bus, line 460 bus
1. Take the bus from Darwin Road Brentford to Cromwell Road Bus Stationbus 65 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cromwell Road Bus Station to Waterloo Roadbus 418
3. Take the bus from Clock Tower to St Bartholomews Churchbus 460
3h 16m
£7

Central London to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Central London, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Brentford to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brentford County Court to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Heathrow Airport T5 - in around 1h 54m.

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