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

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere is to Airport Transfer which takes 3h 42m and costs £16 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Wem via Victoria station, London Euston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

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

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Ellesmere is 220 miles. The road distance is 202.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 23m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 7h 43m.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere - 8 ways to travel via train, and bus

How to get fromLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Crewetrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 16m
£74–183
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Ellesmererideshare 201.3 mi
3h 42m
£16–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 55m
£31–62
Drive 201.3 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmerecar 201.3 mi
3h 42m
£49–71
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
7h 8m
£83–179
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
6h 28m
£87–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 23m
£39–93
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
7h 43m
£67–172

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere by train, subway, and bus

48Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ellesmere.

Launch map view

Distance: 218.4 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Watergate Street via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, Crewe, Wem, and Methodist Church in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.