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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Gatwick South Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Gatwick South Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal?

The distance between Heathrow and Gatwick South Terminal is 46 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal bus from?

Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal train arrive?

Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal is 40 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal?

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Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal by train, bus, car, taxi, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick AirportBedford - Brighton / ...
1h 20m
£32–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Station025 / ...
1h 25m
£8–20
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal39.5 mi
49 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal39.5 mi
49 min
£95–120
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Heathrow to London Gatwick Airport37.7 mi
47 min
Towncar via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take a town car from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick South Terminal39.5 mi
49 min

Heathrow to Gatwick South Terminal by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.1 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Gatwick Airport via Farringdon Without and Farringdon in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £15–20 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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