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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal is to Airport Transfer which takes 44 min and costs £16 - £21.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at South Terminal Coach Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

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

The bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach Station takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at South Terminal Coach Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal is 37 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gatwick South Terminal?

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Can I share a ride from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach StationUk920 / ...
1h 18m
£8–20
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick AirportCambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 28m
£32–39
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Gatwick-LGW36.9 mi
44 min
£16–21
Drive 36.9 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal36.9 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal36.9 mi
44 min
£90–110

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal by bus and foot

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1h 18mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick South Terminal.

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Distance: 37.5 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £14–16 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport via Heathrow Terminal 5, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 28m.

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