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

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £130.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to York. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at York via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at York via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

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

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and York is 218 miles. The road distance is 231.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York, including transfers.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from South Terminal Coach Station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 50m.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 41m
£65–124
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Yorkrideshare 230.2 mi
4h 35m
£16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Yorkbus Ukn14
7h 50m
£32–58
Drive 230.2 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Yorkcar 230.2 mi
4h 35m
£56–81
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LGW - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
4h 53m
£71–135
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain
4h 30m
£115–199
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 1m
£101–348
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
5h 49m
£104–344

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to York by train

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to York via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to York via London Heathrow Airport in around 7h 50m.

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