What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport is to bus which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Watford Junction and Gatwick Airport is 42 miles. The road distance is 54.2 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport bus from?

Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport train from?

Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 13m
£21–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2h 8m
£10–15
Drive 53.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airportcar 53.9 mi
1h 2m
£14–19
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 20m
£20–68

Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 8m.

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