What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square is to train which takes 42 min and costs £14 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Trafalgar Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Trafalgar Square. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Horse Guards Parade via Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Trafalgar Square?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at London Charing Cross via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Trafalgar Square is 28 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £14 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square is to train which takes 42 min and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square is 32 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square.

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

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Where can I stay near Trafalgar Square?

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Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square - 5 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
42 min
£15–28
Drive 31.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Squarecar 31.3 mi
58 min
£8–11
Train, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station to Charing Crossbus 87 / ...
1h 9m
£13–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Squaretaxi 31.3 mi
58 min
£230–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
3h 10m
£12–33

Gatwick Airport to Trafalgar Square by train and foot

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Distance: 28.2 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Trafalgar Square, 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, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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