What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Airport Terminal and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Library and London Heathrow Airport T5 -. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Southampton Airport Parkway and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

The distance between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Gatwick is 95 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick bus from?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Library station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick train from?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Airport Parkway station.

Train or bus from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick bus arrive?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick train arrive?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Can I share a ride from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 35m
£42–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Library to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk998 / ...
3h 20m
£13–37
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Southampton-SOU to Gatwickrideshare 67.8 mi
1h 41m
Drive 67.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwickcar 67.8 mi
1h 41m
£17–24
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
2h 46m
£49–80

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 94.5 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Southampton Airport (SOU), England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Airport Terminal to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Library, Heathrow Terminal 5, and London Heathrow Airport T5 - in around 3h 20m.

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