What is the cheapest way to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between West Drayton and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport station. However, there are services departing from Porters Way and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between West Drayton and Gatwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport. However, there are services departing from West Drayton and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport?

The distance between West Drayton and Gatwick Airport is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £9 - £13.

How long does it take to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Drayton to Gatwick Airport bus from?

West Drayton to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the West Drayton to Gatwick Airport train from?

West Drayton to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from West Drayton station.

Train or bus from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport?

The best way to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £9 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the West Drayton to Gatwick Airport bus arrive?

West Drayton to Gatwick Airport bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the West Drayton to Gatwick Airport train arrive?

West Drayton to Gatwick Airport train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between West Drayton to Gatwick Airport is 39 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
1h 15m
£10–13
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
1h 34m
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from West Drayton to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 18m
£26–51
Drive 38.4 mi
1. Drive from West Drayton to Gatwick Airportcar 38.4 mi
45 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Drayton to Gatwick Airporttaxi 38.4 mi
45 min
£120–150

West Drayton to Gatwick Airport by bus

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between West Drayton, Greater London, England and Gatwick Airport, England?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 1h. Oxford Bus Company also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a train from West Drayton to Gatwick Airport via Farringdon Without and Farringdon in around 1h 18m.

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