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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Brooksby College via Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Melton Mowbray via London St Pancras Intl and Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and East Midlands is 148 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands, including transfers.

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

Gatwick Airport to East Midlands bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

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

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to East Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick Airport to East Midlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to East Midlands is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands.

Where can I stay near East Midlands?

There are 1972+ hotels available in East Midlands.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 8m
£84–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
6h 3m
£30–47
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to East Midlandscar 146.6 mi
2h 57m
£36–52
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Peterboroughtrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Melton Mowbraytrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 50m
£84–149
Bus via King Street
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230
6h 24m
£41–85

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to East Midlands via London St Pancras Intl, Leicester, and Melton Mowbray in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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