What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick is to bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick. 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 Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Gatwick is 39 miles. The road distance is 36.9 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £8 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

The bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to North Terminal Bus Station takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £8 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick?

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Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwick by bus, train, car, taxi, or shuttle

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1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
1h 15m
£8–11
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
£27–54
Drive 36.6 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwickcar 36.6 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Gatwicktaxi 36.6 mi
47 min
£110–140
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalshuttle
2h 10m
£15–27

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Distance: 38.7 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 3, England and Gatwick, England?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to North Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £7–18 and the journey takes 1h 5m. 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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