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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Watford is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £5 - £11 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Watford. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Watford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Watford Junction via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Watford?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Watford is 42 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Gatwick Airport to Watford, including transfers.

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

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

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

Gatwick Airport to Watford train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Watford?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Watford is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Watford train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Watford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Watford is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Watford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
1h 45m
£21–42
Bus, line 724 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
2h 39m
£6–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
1h 59m
Drive 43.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Watfordcar 43.6 mi
1h 33m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Watfordtaxi 43.6 mi
1h 33m
£90–110

Gatwick Airport to Watford by train

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Watford Junction via Clapham Junction in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 1h 59m.

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