What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Brooksby College and arriving at Gatwick Airport South Terminal via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Leicester and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between East Midlands and Gatwick Airport is 148 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Gatwick Airport bus from?

East Midlands to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Gatwick Airport train from?

East Midlands to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the East Midlands to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the East Midlands to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

East Midlands to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Gatwick Airport is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport.

Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

There are 19010+ hotels available in Gatwick Airport.

East Midlands to Gatwick Airport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 31m
£84–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk900
6h 39m
£30–47
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands to Gatwick Airportcar 144.8 mi
2h 55m
£36–51
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Gatwick Airporttrain Peterborough - Horsham
3h 32m
£81–153
Bus via St Margaret's Bus Station
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
6h 56m
£42–87

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

You can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Gatwick Airport via Melton Mowbray, Leicester, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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