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

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross is to train which takes 37 min and costs £14 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Horse Guards Parade via Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Embankment station via Victoria station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

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

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Charing Cross is 28 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross, including transfers.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross is to train which takes 37 min and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 3h 4m.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross is 32 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
37 min
£15–34
Drive 31.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Crosscar 31.4 mi
58 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
3h 4m
£12–33
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Charing Crossrideshare 31.4 mi
58 min
£16–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Crosstaxi 31.4 mi
58 min
£230–280
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to London Charing Crosstrain Hayes / ...
38 min
£14–28

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charing Cross by train and subway

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Southern operates a train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 32 min. Gatwick Express also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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