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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £50 - £140.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station. However, there are services departing from Piddock Road and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

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

The distance between Smethwick and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 146 miles. The road distance is 142.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including transfers.

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

Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham Coach Station, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 12m.

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

Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

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

Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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

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Where can I stay near London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

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

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

Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
2h 26m
£51–136
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Smethwick to London Gatwick-LGWrideshare 141.5 mi
2h 35m
£16–21
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 210
5h 12m
£31–73
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)car 141.5 mi
2h 35m
£35–50
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
4h 26m
£75–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk920
5h 35m
£19–32

Smethwick to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by bus and foot

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Gatwick Airport via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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