How to Travel from

Gatwick to Central London

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Great Britain Gatwick Central London

Cheapest

By car (53 km)

51 min

53 km.

from $2

Other

Rideshare

51 min

53 km.

from $2.88

Train

1 h 9 min

36 km.

from $30.15

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London,

Ave. Duration:

55 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$8.86–$13.92

Oxford Bus Company

Phone:

+44 1865 785400

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

oxfordbus.co.uk/

Bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London,

Ave. Duration:

1h 16m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$36.02

Metroline Travel

Phone:

0343 222 1234

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

metroline.co.uk/

Bus from Hounslow West Station to Windmill

Ave. Duration:

18 min

Frequency:

Every 15 minutes

Estimated price:

$2.22–$3.70

Metrobus

Phone:

+44 1293 449191

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

metrobus.co.uk/

Bus from St Bartholomews Church to Clock

Ave. Duration:

1h 31m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$4.05–$4.56

London United

Phone:

0343 222 1234

Website:

ratpdevtransitlondon.com/

Bus from Clock Tower to Eden

Ave. Duration:

41 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Estimated price:

$2.59

Bus from Eden Street to Challis

Ave. Duration:

46 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Estimated price:

$2.59

Train operators

Southern

Phone:

+44 3451 27 29 20

Website:

southernrailway.com/

Train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham

Ave. Duration:

24 min

Frequency:

Every 15 minutes

Estimated price:

$12.66–$18.99

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London,

Ave. Duration:

1h 11m

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Estimated price:

$20.25–$29.11

South Western Railway

Phone:

0345 6000 650

Website:

southwesternrailway.com/

Train from Clapham Junction to Brentford

Ave. Duration:

20 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$5.44–$12.66

London Underground (Tube)

Phone:

0343 222 1234

Website:

tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/?cid=tube

Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 Tube Station to Hounslow

Ave. Duration:

9 min

Frequency:

Every 15 minutes

Estimated price:

$3.29–$5.44

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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Central London is to line 460 bus and line 406 bus and line 65 bus which costs $7.93 - $8.37 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Central London is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Central London. However, there are services departing from St Bartholomews Church and arriving at Challis Road via Clock Tower and Eden Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Central London. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Brentford via Gatwick Airport and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Central London?

The distance between Gatwick and Central London is 50 km. The road distance is 56.6 km.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Central London without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs $16.30 - $27.17 .

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Central London?

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Gatwick to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Central London bus from?

Gatwick to Central London bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from St Bartholomews Church station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Central London train from?

Gatwick to Central London train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Central London?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Central London is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs $16.30 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can line 460 bus and line 406 bus and line 65 bus, which costs $7.93 - $8.37 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Gatwick to Central London bus arrive?

Gatwick to Central London bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Clock Tower station.

Where does the Gatwick to Central London train arrive?

Gatwick to Central London train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Central London is 57 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Gatwick to Central London.

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 17939+ hotels available in Central London. Prices start at $44.36 per night.

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Four ways to Travel from Gatwick to Central London

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Oxford Bus Company

Metroline Travel

Metrobus

London United

Train operators

Southern

National Express

South Western Railway

London Underground (Tube)

Questions and Answers

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

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Central London?

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Central London?

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Central London?

How far is it from Gatwick to Central London?

How do I travel from Gatwick to Central London without a car?

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Central London?

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Central London bus from?

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Central London train from?

Train or bus from Gatwick to Central London?

Where does the Gatwick to Central London bus arrive?

Where does the Gatwick to Central London train arrive?

Can I drive from Gatwick to Central London?

Where can I stay near Central London?