What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Didcot?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Didcot is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Didcot?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Didcot is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Didcot?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Didcot station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Parkway Station via St Aldates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Didcot?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Didcot. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Didcot Parkway via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Didcot?

The distance between Gatwick and Didcot is 69 miles. The road distance is 70.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Didcot without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Didcot without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Didcot?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Gatwick to Didcot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Didcot bus from?

Gatwick to Didcot bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Didcot train from?

Gatwick to Didcot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Didcot?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Didcot is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Gatwick to Didcot bus arrive?

Gatwick to Didcot bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at St Aldates station.

Where does the Gatwick to Didcot train arrive?

Gatwick to Didcot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Didcot?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Didcot is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Gatwick to Didcot.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Didcot?

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Where can I stay near Didcot?

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Gatwick to Didcot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Didcot by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
1h 49m
£32–62
Drive 70.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Didcotcar 70.1 mi
1h 29m
£18–25
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Uk920 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 14m
£39–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to St Aldatesbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from St Aldates to Parkway Stationbus X2 / ...
3h 33m
£19–26

Gatwick to Didcot by train

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Distance: 68.9 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Didcot, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £26–35 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Didcot Parkway via Heathrow Terminal 5, Reading RailAir, and Reading in around 2h 14m.

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