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

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station is to train which takes 35 min and costs £13 - £28.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Waterloo Station. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at London Eye via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at London Waterloo via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

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

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Waterloo Station is 28 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station is to train which takes 35 min and costs £13 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 3h 2m.

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

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

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station is 31 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station.

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

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

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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station

Q: How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station, including transfers.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to London Waterlootrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
35 min
£13–28
Drive 30.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Stationcar 30.6 mi
56 min
£8–11
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to East Croydontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N68
1h 36m
£10–18
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Waterloo Stationrideshare 30.6 mi
56 min
£35–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Stationtaxi 30.6 mi
56 min
£290–350
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
3h 2m
£12–26

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Waterloo Station by train

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Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo via Clapham Junction in around 35 min. 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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