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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £17 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon and arriving at Heavitree Road via Elephant & Castle / London Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Plumstead via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Plumstead is 36 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead, including transfers.

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

Gatwick Airport to Plumstead bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon.

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

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 35 bus and line 53 bus, which costs £15 - £70 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Plumstead bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Plumstead bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Plumstead train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Plumstead train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Plumstead is 34 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Plumsteadtrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
1h 1m
£17–36
Drive 33.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Plumsteadcar 33.7 mi
1h 2m
£9–12
Line 35 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus 35
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Heavitree Roadbus 53 / ...
2h 20m
£15–66
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Plumsteadtaxi 33.7 mi
1h 2m
£80–100
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Elephant & Castle Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Roadbus 53 / ...
2h 31m
£12–20

Gatwick Airport to Plumstead by train

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Plumstead via London Bridge in around 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Heavitree Road via Clapham Junction, Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon, Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway, and Elephant & Castle / London Road in around 2h 20m.

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