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

The cheapest way to get from Headington to Gatwick is to bus via Slough which costs £13 - £19 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Headington to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Headington and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Headington Shops and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Headington and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Headington to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Headington to Gatwick?

The distance between Headington and Gatwick is 79 miles. The road distance is 75 miles.

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

The best way to get from Headington to Gatwick without a car is to bus via Slough which takes 2h 19m and costs £13 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Headington to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Headington to Gatwick bus from?

Headington to Gatwick bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Headington Shops station.

Where do I catch the Headington to Gatwick train from?

Headington to Gatwick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Headington to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Headington to Gatwick is to bus via Slough which takes 2h 19m and costs £13 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Headington to Gatwick bus arrive?

Headington to Gatwick bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Headington to Gatwick train arrive?

Headington to Gatwick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Headington to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Headington to Gatwick is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Headington to Gatwick.

How do I get a bus ticket from Headington to Gatwick?

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Headington to Gatwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Headington to Gatwick by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Slough
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1. Take the bus from Headington Shops to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Lgw / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
2h 19m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to Readingtrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2h 48m
£37–72
Drive 74.5 mi
1. Drive from Headington to Gatwickcar 74.5 mi
1h 20m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Headington Shops to North Terminal Bus Stationbus Lgw
2h 30m
£16–22

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Distance: 78.2 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Headington Shops to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport T5 - in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sandfield Road to Gatwick Airport via Railway Station, Oxford, and Reading in around 2h 48m.

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