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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Harpenden is to bus which costs £11 - £22 and takes 3h 21m.

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 £30.

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 Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

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 £30.

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 £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £22 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Gatwick to Harpenden bus arrive?

Gatwick to Harpenden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 100 bus

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There are 4 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
£30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230
3h 21m
£12–21
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Harpendencar 62.9 mi
1h 14m
£16–23
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Povey Cross Road East to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the train from Redhill to Harpendentrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2h 8m
£30

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 £30 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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