What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington is to bus which costs £16 - £22 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Headington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Coach Station station and arriving at Headington Shops. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Headington?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Headington. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Oxford via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Headington is 82 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £16 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Headington bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Headington bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from South Terminal Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Headington train from?

Gatwick Airport to Headington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £22 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Headington bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Headington bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Headington Shops station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Headington train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Headington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Headington is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Headington.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Headington?

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Gatwick Airport to Headington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Headington by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station/ Oxford Tube to Headington Shopsbus Tube
2h 19m
£17–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Headington Shopsbus Oxf
2h 30m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 32m
£37–70
Drive 77.4 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Headingtoncar 77.4 mi
1h 24m
£19–27

Gatwick Airport to Headington by train and bus

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Headington, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Headington Shops via Reading, Oxford, and High Street in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, Oxford Bus Company operates a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Headington Shops every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–22 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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