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

The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 25 min and costs £7 - £23.

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

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Gatwick Airport via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Southern, depart from Thornton Heath station.

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

Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 1h ahead of Thornton Heath. It is currently 8:33 PM in Thornton Heath and 9:33 PM in Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

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

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Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal

Q: How do I travel from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £7 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train, car, taxi, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to East CroydonLondon Bridge - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Gatwick AirportBedford - Brighton / ...
25 min
£8–23
Drive 20.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal20.1 mi
29 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal20.1 mi
29 min
£110–140
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Thornton Heath to London Gatwick Airport21.2 mi
31 min

Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

You can take a train from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport via East Croydon in around 25 min.

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