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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Gatwick is to line 7 bus and bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Gatwick is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Povey Cross Road East via Royal Star Arcade, Royal Victoria Place and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Kent to Gatwick?

The distance between Kent and Gatwick is 76 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Kent to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Gatwick bus from?

Kent to Gatwick bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Royal Star Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Gatwick train from?

Kent to Gatwick train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Train or bus from Kent to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Kent to Gatwick is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Kent to Gatwick bus arrive?

Kent to Gatwick bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at Royal Victoria Place station.

Where does the Kent to Gatwick train arrive?

Kent to Gatwick train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Kent to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Gatwick is 49 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Kent to Gatwick.

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

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Kent to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, line 100 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Havant / ...
2h 3m
£25–81
Line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Bus Stationbus 291
4h 43m
£9–12
Line 7 bus, train, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to Quarry Hill Paradebus 7
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Redhilltrain
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
3h 29m
£13–23
Drive 49.1 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Gatwickcar 49.1 mi
51 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kent to Gatwicktaxi 49.1 mi
51 min
£210–260

Kent to Gatwick by train

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2h 3mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.2 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Gatwick Airport via London Victoria in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Povey Cross Road East via Royal Star Arcade, Royal Victoria Place, and Bus Station in around 4h 43m.

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