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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Watford is to bus and line 724 bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £5 - £10 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Watford. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Watford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Watford Junction via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Watford?

The distance between Gatwick and Watford is 42 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Gatwick to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Watford?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Watford is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £26 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Gatwick to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Watford train arrive?

Gatwick to Watford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Watford is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Gatwick to Watford.

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Gatwick to Watford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Gatwick to Watford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
1h 45m
£19–32
Bus, line 724 bus via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
2h 30m
£5–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
1h 59m
£22–25
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Watfordcar 40.6 mi
1h 29m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Watfordtaxi 40.6 mi
1h 29m
£170–220
Bus, line 724 bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
2h 30m
£20–24

Gatwick to Watford by train

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Watford Junction via Clapham Junction in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 1h 59m.

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