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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Gatwick Airport is to bus which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 3m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Watford 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 to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between Watford and Gatwick Airport is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford 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 to Gatwick Airport?

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Watford to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from Watford 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 3m.

Where does the Watford to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Gatwick Airport is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Watford to Gatwick Airport.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport?

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Gatwick Airport 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
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2h 3m
£10–15
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Gatwick Airportcar 42.6 mi
1h 28m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Gatwick Airporttaxi 42.6 mi
1h 28m
£90–110
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 3
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
2h 36m

Watford to Gatwick Airport by train

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Watford, 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 Town Hall to South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 3m.

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