What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle is to line 100 bus and line 405 bus and bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 43 min and costs £15 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Povey Cross Road East and arriving at Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway via Redhill Bus Station and Fairfield Halls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Elephant & Castle via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Gatwick and Elephant and Castle is 29 miles. The road distance is 25.4 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Gatwick to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Povey Cross Road East station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Elephant and Castle train from?

Gatwick to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 43 min and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 100 bus and line 405 bus and bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Gatwick to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Gatwick to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Redhill Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Gatwick to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Elephant and Castle is 25 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Blackfriarstrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
43 min
£15–30
Line 100 bus, line 405 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Povey Cross Road East to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Park Streetbus 405
3. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus 468
2h 44m
£5–9
Drive 25.3 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Elephant and Castlecar 25.3 mi
57 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Elephant and Castletaxi 25.3 mi
57 min
£240–300
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from Victoria Coach Station to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus C10
3h
£12–26

Gatwick to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to London Blackfriars every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £14–29 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Povey Cross Road East to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway via Redhill Bus Station, Park Street, and Fairfield Halls in around 2h 44m.

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