What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick is to train which takes 42 min and costs £12 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Gatwick?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Gatwick is 28 miles. The road distance is 26 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £12 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Gatwick train from?

Waterloo Station to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Gatwick train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Gatwick is 26 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Gatwick?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Waterloo Station to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, line 460 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Clapham Junctiontrain London Waterloo - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
42 min
£12–21
Drive 25.8 mi
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1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Gatwickcar 25.8 mi
58 min
£7–10
Train, line 460 bus
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Epsomtrain London Waterloo - Dorking / ...
2. Take the bus from Clock Tower to St Bartholomews Churchbus 460
2h 38m
£8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Gatwicktaxi 25.8 mi
58 min
£250–300
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Redhilltrain Peterborough - Horsham / ...
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
1h 31m
£13–20

Waterloo Station to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from London Waterloo to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 42 min.

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