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

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Gatwick is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Gatwick is to train which takes 43 min and costs £11 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hammersmith Broadway and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Kensington to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Kensington (Olympia) and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Gatwick?

The distance between Kensington and Gatwick is 27 miles. The road distance is 27 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kensington to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Kensington to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Gatwick bus from?

Kensington to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Gatwick train from?

Kensington to Gatwick train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Kensington (Olympia) station.

Train or bus from Kensington to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Kensington to Gatwick is to train which takes 43 min and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Kensington to Gatwick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kensington to Gatwick train arrive?

Kensington to Gatwick train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Gatwick is 27 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Kensington to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Kensington to Gatwick?

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

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Kensington to Gatwick - 6 ways to travel via train, line 49 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kensington to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kensington (Olympia) to Clapham Junctiontrain Stratford / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
43 min
£11–23
Drive 26.9 mi
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1. Drive from Kensington to Gatwickcar 26.9 mi
56 min
£7–10
Line 49 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Design Museum to Clapham Junction Station / The Falconbus 49
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 34m
£15–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Gatwicktaxi 26.9 mi
56 min
£120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Broadway to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 025
1h 40m
£8–14
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Redhilltrain Peterborough - Horsham / ...
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
1h 50m
£21

Kensington to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a train from Kensington (Olympia) to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 43 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hammersmith Broadway to North Terminal Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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