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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell is to bus and line 339 bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell is to train which takes 45 min and costs £14 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Shadwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Shadwell DLR via Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Shadwell?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Shadwell DLR Station via Bank DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Shadwell is 28 miles. The road distance is 33 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell is to train which takes 45 min and costs £14 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 339 bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Shadwell bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Shadwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Shadwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Shadwell is 33 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Shadwell.

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

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Where can I stay near Shadwell?

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Gatwick Airport to Shadwell - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 339 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
45 min
£14–29
Bus, line 339 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk066
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Shadwell DLRbus 339
2h 19m
£6–9
Drive 32.8 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Shadwellcar 32.8 mi
1h 3m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Shadwelltaxi 32.8 mi
1h 3m
£310–380
Train via Clapham Junction
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Shadwelltrain Clapham Junction - Dalston Junction
1h 5m
£19–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from Victoria Coach Station to Smith Closebus C10
3h 35m
£13–27

Gatwick Airport to Shadwell by train and foot

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 29 min. Southern also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Shadwell DLR via London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U and Stratford City Bus Station in around 2h 19m.

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