What is the cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport is to line 405 bus and line 100 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 14 min and costs £8 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Warham Road / Brighton Road and arriving at Gatwick South Terminal via Redhill Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Gatwick Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between South Croydon and Gatwick Airport is 16 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

How do I travel from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport without a car?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

The train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Gatwick Airport bus from?

South Croydon to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Warham Road / Brighton Road station.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Gatwick Airport train from?

South Croydon to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 14 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 405 bus and line 100 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the South Croydon to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

South Croydon to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Redhill Bus Station.

Where does the South Croydon to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

South Croydon to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Gatwick Airport is 19 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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South Croydon to Gatwick Airport - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 405 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Croydon to Gatwick Airport by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
14 min
£8–17
Line 405 bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warham Road / Brighton Road to Redhill Bus Stationbus 405
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Gatwick South Terminalbus 100 / ...
1h 30m
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Gatwick Airporttaxi 18.5 mi
26 min
£100–130
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from South Croydon to Gatwick Airportcar 18.5 mi
26 min
£5–7

South Croydon to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between South Croydon, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 14 min. Southern also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warham Road / Brighton Road to Gatwick South Terminal via Redhill Bus Station in around 1h 30m.

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