What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The fastest way to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to Airport Transfer which takes 51 min and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Gatwick South Terminal via Royal Star Arcade, Royal Victoria Place and East Grinstead Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The distance between Kent and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 61 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £28 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus from?

Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Royal Star Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train from?

Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Train or bus from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The best way to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to line 7 bus and line 291 bus and line 400 bus which takes 4h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus arrive?

Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Royal Victoria Place station.

Where does the Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train arrive?

Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 49 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

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Where can I stay near London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

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Can I share a ride from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Kent and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to Bromley Southtrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl5
1h 55m
£28–57
Drive 49.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)car 49.1 mi
51 min
£12–18
Line 7 bus, line 291 bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to East Grinstead Stationbus 291
3. Take the bus from East Grinstead Station to Gatwick South Terminalbus 400 / ...
4h 26m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Kent to London Gatwick-LGWrideshare 49.1 mi
51 min
£16–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)taxi 49.1 mi
51 min
£210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
2h 3m
£38–78

Kent to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train and bus

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Distance: 60.9 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Kent, England and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England?

You can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Gatwick South Terminal via Royal Star Arcade, Royal Victoria Place, and East Grinstead Station in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lenham to Gatwick Airport via London Victoria in around 2h 3m.

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