What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport is to bus which costs £4 - £19 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Gatwick Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Heathrow and Gatwick Airport is 40 miles. The road distance is 37.9 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £4 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

The bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Station takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Gatwick Airport bus from?

Heathrow to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Gatwick Airport train from?

Heathrow to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £4 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Heathrow to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

Heathrow to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

Heathrow to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Gatwick Airport is 38 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
1h 15m
£4–19
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 20m
£27–53
Drive 37.6 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Gatwick Airportcar 37.6 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to Gatwick Airporttaxi 37.6 mi
48 min
£120–150

Heathrow to Gatwick Airport by bus

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–19 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Gatwick Airport via Farringdon Without and Farringdon in around 1h 20m.

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