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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £60 - £120.

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

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

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

The distance between Wakefield and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 206 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including transfers.

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

Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or fly from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The best way to get from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 5h 39m.

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

Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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

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

There are 18946+ hotels available in London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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

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

Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 8 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 46m
£62–113
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wakefield to London Gatwick-LGWrideshare 218.4 mi
3h 40m
£16–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
7h 59m
£57–132
Drive 218.4 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)car 218.4 mi
3h 40m
£53–76
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus
4h 46m
£75–273
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LBA - LGW
5h 39m
£63–127
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus
5h 54m
£117–332
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
5h 28m
£128–280

Wakefield to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train

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Distance: 204.6 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Gatwick Airport via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) once daily.

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