What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden is to bus and line 321 bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £27 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Watford Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Harpenden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Harpenden. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Harpenden?

The distance between Gatwick and Harpenden is 54 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Harpenden without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Harpenden?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Harpenden takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Harpenden bus from?

Gatwick to Harpenden bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 321 bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Gatwick to Harpenden bus arrive?

Gatwick to Harpenden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Harpenden train arrive?

Gatwick to Harpenden train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Harpenden station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Harpenden is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Gatwick to Harpenden.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Harpenden?

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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Gatwick to Harpenden - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick to Harpenden by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 11m
£27–55
Bus, line 321 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
3h 23m
£12–18
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Harpendencar 62.9 mi
1h 14m
£16–23

Gatwick to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 53.7 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Harpenden, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Harpenden every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £27–55 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Watford Junction station in around 3h 23m.

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