What is the cheapest way to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 34 min and costs £13 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Covent Garden and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Bedford Street and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Covent Garden and Gatwick Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Blackfriars and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Covent Garden and Gatwick Airport is 28 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £13 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport?

The train from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport train from?

Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Blackfriars station.

Train or bus from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 34 min and costs £13 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport is 30 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
34 min
£13–28
Drive 29.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airportcar 29.4 mi
56 min
£8–11
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to East Croydon Rail Stationbus N68
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 13m
£10–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Covent Garden to Gatwick Airporttaxi 29.4 mi
56 min
£210–260
Train via London Victoria
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
42 min
£14–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2h 45m
£12–37

Covent Garden to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 27.5 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Covent Garden, Greater London, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £13–28 and the journey takes 34 min. 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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