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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington is to bus which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington is to train which takes 51 min and costs £16 - £35.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Paddington Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at London Paddington via Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and London Paddington is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £16 - £35.

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

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

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

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

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

Gatwick Airport to London Paddington train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington is to train which takes 51 min and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to London Paddington bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to London Paddington bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to London Paddington train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to London Paddington train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to London Paddington is 33 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near London Paddington?

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Gatwick Airport to London Paddington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
51 min
£16–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Paddington Stationbus A2
1h 51m
£6–15
Bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
1h 34m
£18–53
Drive 32.4 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to London Paddingtoncar 32.4 mi
1h 2m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to London Paddingtontaxi 32.4 mi
1h 2m
£240–290
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Paddington stationsubway Circle
54 min
£17–43

Gatwick Airport to London Paddington by train

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Distance: 31.6 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and London Paddington, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 51 min. Alternatively, Oxford Bus Company operates a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 10m. National Express also services this route every 15 minutes.

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