What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £6 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to North Terminal Bus Station takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £6 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £75 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick by bus, train, car, taxi, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to North Terminal Bus StationUk900 / ...
50 min
£6–20
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London PaddingtonHeathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick AirportLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 21m
£26–74
Drive 34.2 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick34.2 mi
41 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick34.2 mi
41 min
£80–100
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport North Terminal
1h 53m
£29–30

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick by bus

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Gatwick, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to North Terminal Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 50 min. National Express also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 1h 21m.

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