What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs £17 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport North Terminal takes 1h including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is to bus which takes 1h and costs £17 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

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Heathrow Terminal 5 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 5 to Gatwick by bus, train, car, taxi, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
1h
£17–20
Drive 34.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwickcar 34.2 mi
41 min
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 25m
£27–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwicktaxi 34.2 mi
41 min
£150–180
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport North Terminalshuttle
1h 53m
£14–22

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What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Gatwick, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport North Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 1h 25m.

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