What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 28 min and costs £15 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Elephant and Castle is 26 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £15 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle?

The train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle train from?

Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

What is the time difference between Gatwick Airport and Elephant and Castle?

Elephant and Castle is 1h behind Gatwick Airport. It is currently 9:05 PM in Gatwick Airport and 8:05 PM in Elephant and Castle.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle is 30 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 19869+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, car, taxi, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London BridgeThree Bridges - London Bridge / ...
28 min
£15–29
Drive 30.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle30.1 mi
51 min
£8–11
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham JunctionBognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to E & C / Newington Causeway35
1h 20m
£14–57
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle30.1 mi
51 min
£120–150
Towncar
1. Take a town car from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle30.1 mi
51 min
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to East CroydonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Elephant & Castle / London RdN68
1h 30m

Gatwick Airport to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 26.3 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–17 and the journey takes 28 min. Southern also services this route every 2 hours.

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