Gatwick Airport Transfer
To and From London

Plan your Gatwick Airport Transfer before you travel and you'll take the stress out of your arrival and depature from London. Not only that, you'll save a pound or two and find the most suitable option.

Insider Tip: If your traveling in 'peak hour' (7:30am - 9:30am & 4:30pm - 7:00pm) build in extra time for your journey. Transport congestion is common.

Gatwick Airport Transfer Quick Links:

To and From Gatwick Airport by Bus
To and From Gatwick Airport by Car
To and From Gatwick Airport by Train
To and From Gatwick Airport by Taxi

London Airport Transfers from Other Airports

Gatwick Airport Transfer By Bus

Gatwick Airport is well serviced by bus and there are two options to choose from:

National Express
easyBus

National Express

The National Express service runs once an hour between London Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport. When arriving into London, Victoria is a good central point that is well serviced by the London Bus Service, London Tube and Overground Trains for your onward journey.

At the North Terminal coaches arrive and depart from the lower level just outside the International Arrivals.

At the South Terminal coaches arrive and depart from the lower forecourt at stops 16, 17 and 18.

The National Express bus service is a comfortable, reliable and affordable Gatwick Airport Transfer. You driver will be happy to help you with your luggage and point you in the right direction for your onward journey. An added bonus is many of the coaches have free Wi-Fi so you can catch up on your emails and vacation planning along the way.

Cost: Starting at £9.50 one way for adults

Time: 85 minutes

Tickets: Book online at National Express or purchase in the arrivals halls at Gatwick Airport.

easyBus

easyBus runs a super efficient, super cheap (as long as you get a deal!) Gatwick Airport transfer. The buses are far smaller than the National Express and run regularly departing from Earls Court/ West Brompton. You MUST book ahead online to secure your seat and bag the best price.

In both the North and South Terminals easyBus is well sign posted. Just keep an eye out for the orange signs. Your ticket is valid for 60 minutes either side of your booked travel time so don't let early or late arrivals worry you.

Cost: Starting at £2.00 one way for adults

Time: 65-85 minutes

Tickets: Book online at easyBus or purchase in the arrivals halls at the airport.

Gatwick Airport Transfer by Hire Car / Minicab

The hire car and minicab business in London is highly competitive and many travellers take advantage of thier more than reasonable rates to travel to and from Gatwick Airport. Your options are endless. There are 100's of companies offering Gatwick Airport transfer services in all sorts of vehicles with varying levels of service and cost.

By law you must pre-book your transfer car in advance and your driver will meet you at arrivals. Most people find this a good compromise on black cabs that can be quite expensive.

Cost: £40 - £90

Time: 45 to 75 minutes depending on traffic

Reservations: Contact your hotel/hostel and ask for thier minicab recommendation

Gatwick Airport Transfer by Train

There are 3 train companies offering Gatwick Airport transfer services:

Gatwick Express
Southern Trains
First Capital Connect

Gatwick Express

The Gatwick Express is a fast train services that runs from Victoria Train Station to Gatwick Airport leaving every 15 minutes with a journey time of 30 minutes. First service 04:35am, last service 01:35am. Victoria Train Station offers excellent travel links on via the London Bus Service, London Tube and Overground Trains for your onward journey.

Cost: Starting at £17.50 one way for adults

Time: 25 minutes

Tickets: Book online at Gatwick Express for a discount or purchase at the airport/station - just look for the red 'Gatwick Express' signs.

Southern Trains

Southern trains run 4 times per hour and take the same route at the Gatwick Express except there is a couple of stops (East Croydon & Clapham Junction) along the way. This is a good Gatwick Airport transfer for those staying in South London and don't need to go as far North as Victoria. Clapham Junction and Victoria both offer excellent transport links via the London Bus Service, London Tube and Overground Trains for your onward journey.

Cost: Starting at £9.50 one way for adults

Time: 35 minutes

Tickets: Book online at Southern Trains for a discount or purchase at the airport/station from the kiosk or self service machines.

First Capital Connect

First Capital Connect runs a service 4 times per hour to and from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge and Kings Cross St Pancras. Both destinations offer excellent tranport links via the London Bus Service, London Tube and Overground Trains for your onward journey.

Cost: Starting at £7.90 one way for adults

Time: 30 - 45 minutes

Tickets: Book online at First Capital Connect for a discount or purchase at the airport/station from the kiosk or self service machines.

Gatwick Airport Transfer by Taxi - London Black Cab

The London Black Cabs is not only a London icon, it's a fast, friendly and reliable way to get to and from London. London Cabbies know the streets link no other and in peak hour your taxi can take advantage of taxi lanes to speed up your journey. The main advantage is that you will arrive right at the doorstep of your hotel.

London Black Cabs can be a little pricey although they do seat 5 people. Follow the signs to the taxi stand just outside the arrival halls.

Cost: £35 - £100

Time: 40 to 85 minutes depending on traffic

Reservations: Nope, no need...