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

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport is to bus which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport is to subway and train which takes 51 min and costs £16 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paddington Station station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington station to Gatwick Airport. 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 Airport?

The distance between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport is 31 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport without a car is to subway and train which takes 51 min and costs £16 - £45.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 52 min and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the London Paddington to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the London Paddington to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Gatwick Airport is 30 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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London Paddington to Gatwick Airport - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport 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
£17–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus A2
1h 49m
£6–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Heathrow Terminal 5train London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
1h 26m
£20–46
Drive 30.3 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Gatwick Airportcar 30.3 mi
59 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Paddington to Gatwick Airporttaxi 30.3 mi
59 min
£220–270
Train
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
52 min
£17–33

London Paddington to Gatwick Airport 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 Airport, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airport every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £14–28 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Paddington Station to South Terminal Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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