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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal?

The distance between Southampton and Gatwick South Terminal is 99 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal, including transfers.

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

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

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

Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal?

The best way to get from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal train arrive?

Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal.

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

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

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Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick AirportLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 42m
£30–70
Drive 72.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal72.3 mi
1h 27m
£18–26
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station025 / ...
2h 48m
£27–57
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport72.7 mi
1h 28m
Train via Barnham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to BarnhamSouthampton Central - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Barnham to Gatwick AirportBognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2h 29m
£27–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Station206
3h 5m
£27–65

Southampton to Gatwick South Terminal by train

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Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Gatwick South Terminal via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Terminal Bus Station in around 2h 48m.

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