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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Rye is to bus and line 99 bus which costs £12 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Rye is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Rye?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Rye station. However, there are services departing from Povey Cross Road East and arriving at Railway Station via Gatwick South Terminal, Cornfield Road and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Rye?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Rye. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Rye via Hampden Park (Sussex). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Rye?

The distance between Gatwick and Rye is 63 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Rye without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Gatwick to Rye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Rye bus from?

Gatwick to Rye bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Rye train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Rye?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Rye is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs £12 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Gatwick to Rye bus arrive?

Gatwick to Rye bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Cornfield Road station.

Where does the Gatwick to Rye train arrive?

Gatwick to Rye train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Hampden Park (Sussex) station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Rye?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Rye is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Gatwick to Rye.

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

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Where can I stay near Rye?

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Gatwick to Rye - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 99 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Hampden Park (Sussex)train London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Ryetrain Eastbourne - Ashford International
2h 27m
£31–63
Bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
2. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Railway Stationbus 99 / ...
5h 16m
£12
Drive 50.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Ryecar 50.2 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Ryetaxi 50.2 mi
1h 20m
£100–130
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Hastingstrain London Victoria - Ore / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
3h 21m
£31–58

Gatwick to Rye by train

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Distance: 62.4 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Rye, East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Rye via Hampden Park (Sussex) in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Povey Cross Road East to Railway Station via Gatwick South Terminal, Cornfield Road, and Railway Station in around 5h 16m.

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