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

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Gatwick Airport is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Central London to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 51 min and costs £14 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Gatwick Airport. 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 Airport?

The distance between Central London and Gatwick Airport is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central London to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £14 - £30.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Central London to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Central London to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 51 min and costs £14 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £13 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Central London to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central London to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Central London to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Gatwick Airport is 29 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Central London to Gatwick Airport.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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

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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
£15–30
Drive 28.7 mi
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1. Drive from Central London to Gatwick Airportcar 28.7 mi
1h 3m
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brentford County Court to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
1h 45m
£10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Gatwick Airporttaxi 28.7 mi
1h 3m
£130–160
Bus via Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 station
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
1h 59m
£10–31

Central London to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Central London, England and Gatwick Airport, 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 South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 45m.

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