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

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £5 - £11 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £21 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal 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 7m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 7m.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

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

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Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal

Q: How far is it from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The distance between Watford Junction and Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 42 miles. The road distance is 43.7 miles.

Q: How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
2h 26m
£6–11
Bus
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 7m
£10–15
Drive 43.4 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminalcar 43.4 mi
1h 27m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminaltaxi 43.4 mi
1h 27m
£90–110

Watford Junction to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Gatwick Airport South Terminal, 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 7m.

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