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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to bus via Birmingham which costs £12 - £29 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £50 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The distance between Manchester and Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 213 miles. The road distance is 223.8 miles.

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

Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The best way to get from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £50 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £80 and takes 4h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £220 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus arrive?

Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 1h ahead of Manchester. It is currently 4:38 PM in Manchester and 5:38 PM in Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

Where does the Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train arrive?

Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

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

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Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal

Q: How long does it take to get from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal, including transfers.

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick AirportLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
2h 52m
£52–216
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to South Terminal Coach StationUk920
6h 44m
£13–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station025 / ...
4h 48m
£28–77
Drive 222.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal222.5 mi
4h 5m
£56–80
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airport
3h 47m
£88–243
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)MAN - LGW
4h 32m
£62–216
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
4h 52m
£68–173
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junction
4h 37m
£97–241

Manchester to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train and subway

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Distance: 211.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Gatwick Airport via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 48m.

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