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

The cheapest way to get from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Hertfordshire and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Waterend Lane and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Hertfordshire and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Welwyn Garden City and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Finsbury Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Hertfordshire and Gatwick Airport is 50 miles. The road distance is 57 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport, including transfers.

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

Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

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

Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Welwyn Garden City station.

Train or bus from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Finsbury Park station.

Can I drive from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 301 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Finsbury Parktrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Gatwick Airporttrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 39m
£24–54
Drive 56.7 mi
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1. Drive from Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airportcar 56.7 mi
1h 37m
£14–20
Line 301 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Church to St Albans City stationbus 301 / ...
2. Take the train from St Albans City to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 26m
£27–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
4h 1m
£19–44

Hertfordshire to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 49.6 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Gatwick Airport via Finsbury Park in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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