What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick is to bus which costs £5 - £14 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick is to subway and train which takes 51 min and costs £17 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paddington Station station and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington station to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from London Paddington to Gatwick?

The distance between London Paddington and Gatwick is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick without a car is to subway and train which takes 51 min and costs £17 - £50.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 51 min to get from London Paddington to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Gatwick bus from?

London Paddington to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Paddington Station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Gatwick train from?

London Paddington to Gatwick train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Paddington station.

Where does the London Paddington to Gatwick bus arrive?

London Paddington to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Gatwick train arrive?

London Paddington to Gatwick train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Gatwick is 29 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from London Paddington to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Gatwick?

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London Paddington to Gatwick - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from London Paddington to Gatwick by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Paddington station to Victoria stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
51 min
£17–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus A2
1h 39m
£5–14
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport T5 -
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Heathrow Terminal 5train London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
1h 35m
£15–42
Drive 28.4 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Gatwickcar 28.4 mi
1h 1m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Paddington to Gatwicktaxi 28.4 mi
1h 1m
£210–260
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Holiday Innbus Gh1
1h 10m
Line 36 bus, train, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Victoria Stationbus 36
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
1h 56m
£15–39

London Paddington to Gatwick by subway and train

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Distance: 30.8 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Gatwick, England?

National Express operates a bus from Paddington Station to North Terminal Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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