What is the easiest way to get from Gatwick to London?


What is the easiest way to get from Gatwick to London? There are lots of options for getting to central London by train from London Gatwick and with the introduction of Oyster and contactless payments, it's quick and easy to hop onboard. The Gatwick Express non-stop train service to Victoria runs every 15 minutes with a journey time of 30 minutes.


What is the alternative to the Gatwick Express?

Southern Trains London Victoria - Gatwick service key points Southern trains run on the same tracks as the dedicated airport train the Gatwick Express between Gatwick and London Victoria and are just as frequent. Southern trains are significantly cheaper than Gatwick Express, typically 30%-40% cheaper.


Is Gatwick shuttle free?

Getting from one terminal to the other is easy at London Gatwick, simply take the free inter-terminal shuttle service. It runs every few minutes, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; with a journey time of just two minutes.


How to get from Gatwick to London without Gatwick Express?

Coach Bus Transfers By far the cheapest way to get to London from Gatwick is via coach. National Express and easyBus offer coaches that run 24/7 and can cost as little as £10 if booked in advance. Unfortunately, the cheapest option is also the slowest option.


Is Gatwick Express the tube?

Gatwick Airport railway station is on the Brighton Main Line in West Sussex, England. It serves Gatwick Airport, 26 miles 47 chains down the line from London Bridge via Redhill.


Which London airport is easiest to get to London?

London City Airport (LCY) London City Airport is located closest to the city and since it is connected to the Underground network, it gets you there fastest too. Situated near the city center and Canary Wharf, the financial heart of London, City Airport is popular for business trips.


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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to London is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 47 min. How do I get from Gatwick to London the fastest? The fastest way to get from Gatwick to London is to train. Taking this option will cost £10 - £27 and takes 32 min.


Is Gatwick Express more expensive?

If you're travelling between Gatwick Airport and London Victoria, please be aware that there are two fares in operation. If you travel on the Gatwick Express you will be charged the more expensive but flexible 'any permitted' fare. If you travel on Southern you will be charged a lower fare.


What is the best transportation from Gatwick to London?

Gatwick Express train. This is the fastest, most comfortable and expensive option (apart from a private car), though there are good deals. The terminus in central London at Victoria is also central and a good transit point to your accommodation. If comfort and speed is everything then this is your choice.


Is there a direct train from Gatwick to central London?

Yes, there is a direct train from Gatwick Airport to London. We usually find around 129 direct trains on the route from Gatwick Airport to London every weekday. There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 121 departures.


Is Gatwick Express cheaper?

If you're travelling between Gatwick Airport and London Victoria, please be aware that there are two fares in operation. If you travel on the Gatwick Express you will be charged the more expensive but flexible 'any permitted' fare. If you travel on Southern you will be charged a lower fare.


Is Gatwick monorail free?

The two passenger terminals at Gatwick Airport are a long way apart; it is not possible to walk between them. There is a free monorail train service that shuttles between the two terminals every 2 or 3 minutes making journeys between the two terminals a breeze, even with luggage.


Where do I get Gatwick Express from?

Gatwick Airport train station is located in the heart of the South Terminal of Gatwick Airport. If you're headed to or coming from the North Terminal, take the inter-terminal transit shuttle.


Can I buy train tickets at Gatwick Airport?

The railway station is located at the South Terminal, just a short walk from both departures and arrivals. The station is easily accessible from the North Terminal by a free shuttle. You can buy train tickets at the station, online or by using your contactless payment card at the ticket gates.


Is there a Gatwick Express to London?

Gatwick Express is a non-stop train between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport.


How do I get from Gatwick Airport to London?

  1. The Gatwick Express non-stop train service to Victoria runs every 15 minutes with a journey time of 30 minutes. ...
  2. Southern trains services operate four times an hour to Victoria via East Croydon and Clapham Junction with a journey time to Victoria of around 35 minutes.


Is it hard to get to London from Gatwick Airport?

The Gatwick Express train is by far the most preferred method of transportation to get to and from central London and Gatwick Airport. Non-stop trains run every 15 minutes, and take about 30 minutes (or 35 minutes on Sundays) between both pick-up points.