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

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross is to Airport Transfer which takes 4h 10m and costs £16 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Handy Cross. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

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

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Handy Cross is 203 miles. The road distance is 206.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross, including transfers.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 40m.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross.

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

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Where can I stay near Handy Cross?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Handy Cross.

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

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 48m
£107–210
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Handy Crossrideshare 205.4 mi
4h 10m
£16–21
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 25m
£208–445
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 9m
£103–202
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
7h 40m
£48–113
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105 / ...
8h 20m
£37–76
Drive 205.4 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Crosscar 205.4 mi
4h 10m
£50–72

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Handy Cross by train and bus

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Distance: 202 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Bideford Quay via Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 40m.

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