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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 14 min and costs £6 - £15.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The distance between Croydon and Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 16 miles. The road distance is 19.2 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £6 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

What is the time difference between Croydon and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 1h ahead of Croydon. It is currently 10:02 PM in Croydon and 11:02 PM in Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

Where does the Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train arrive?

Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

There are 876+ hotels available in Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train, car, taxi, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Gatwick AirportBedford - Brighton / ...
14 min
£6–15
Drive 19 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal19 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal19 mi
27 min
£110–140
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Croydon to London Gatwick Airport20.1 mi
29 min

Croydon to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Gatwick Airport South Terminal, England?

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 14 min. Southern also services this route every 15 minutes.

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