What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station is to train which takes 34 min and costs £14 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Waterloo East Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Waterloo East Station station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd via Eccleston Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Waterloo East Station?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at London Waterloo East via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

The distance between Gatwick and Waterloo East Station is 28 miles. The road distance is 25.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £14 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Waterloo East Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Waterloo East Station train from?

Gatwick to Waterloo East Station train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station is to train which takes 34 min and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Gatwick to Waterloo East Station bus arrive?

Gatwick to Waterloo East Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Gatwick to Waterloo East Station train arrive?

Gatwick to Waterloo East Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Waterloo East Station is 26 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station?

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Where can I stay near Waterloo East Station?

There are 21978+ hotels available in Waterloo East Station.

Gatwick to Waterloo East Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Waterloo East Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
34 min
£15–29
Drive 25.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Waterloo East Stationcar 25.7 mi
58 min
£7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2h 52m
£11–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Waterloo East Stationtaxi 25.7 mi
58 min
£250–300

Gatwick to Waterloo East Station by train

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Distance: 27.4 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Waterloo East Station, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 28 min. Southern also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–25 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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