Which shuttle to take between Gatwick airport and London?

If you wish to to London from Gatwick airportthe easiest way is to take a shuttle.

Today, we focus on your options!

London Gatwick shuttle: article summary

Shuttle from Gatwick to London: choosing the train to London

It is possible to take a direct train from theGatwick airport to London's Victoria Station as quickly as possible.

The Gatwick Express takes just 30 minutes to make the journey and is the fastest way to get to London.

You can also take one of the slower trains from Gatwick to London. These are and serve many of the city's stations.

The bus to London

It is also possible to take a bus from Gatwick to central London. However, unlike Stansted or LutonIt's not the best solution.

Traffic can be bad, and the many rail links and ticket prices can be very expensive. make the train even more attractive.

London Gatwick shuttle: choosing a private cab to London

As always when it comes to airport transfers in London, I recommend that you don't just hail a black cab outside the airport.

Instead, if you prefer to forgo public transport, I recommend that you book a private chauffeur before you leave..

The service is often less expensive, and you can be in control of your budget. In fact, you'll probably have paid in advance. So there are no surprises on arrival.

The different trains from Gatwick airport to central London

When deciding which train to take from Gatwick airport to London, your main consideration will be should be the place where you booked your hotel room.

If you're staying in West London, you might consider taking the airport express train: the Gatwick Express, which takes just 30 minutes.

If, instead, you've booked your hotel in the East End or around London BridgeIf you're travelling to Blackfriars or King's Cross, you can opt for a slightly slower, but cheaper, train from the airport to your destination.

In fact, the "slow train" takes only 32 minutes to reach its destination. to London Bridge station.

Find out more about the Gatwick Express

As mentioned above, the Gatwick Express is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to central London.

Express trains run non-stop to London's Victoria station and there's one every 30 minutes.

The Gatwick Express is fast and reliable, but if you've got 3 minutes to spare, I'd recommend taking the Southern train service running on the same route.

It only makes two additional stops along the way and you can save up to £11.70.

The price of a trip on the Gatwick Express is £19.80 using the Visitor Oyster Card.

London Gatwick shuttle: take the Southern train

The Southern train is cheaper than the Gatwick Express, and there are only a few extra stops en route (at East Croydon and Clapham Junction), which means that the journey from Gatwick airport to Victoria station takes just 33 minutes.

The fare is £8.10 (off-peak) and £14.20 (peak), so it's a much cheaper alternative to the Gatwick Express.

The route is the same and takes you from Gatwick airport to the Victoria station.

It is also possible to take the Southern service to London Bridge. However, this requires changing trains at East Croydon station.

From Gatwick airport with National Express and EasyBus

National Express runs on a route that stops at Vauxhall station and heads for Victoria.

The journey takes an average of 90 minutes. At night, and sometimes on busy days, the journey can take up to two hours. in just over an hour.

It's a good alternative to the train if you land at Gatwick at night.

Bus tickets can be purchased for as little as £5. If you buy them online in advance, but the standard price is £10.

There are numerous shuttle services between Gatwick and London. Depending on your budget and where you live, you can find the option that suits you best. So you only have to spend a few minutes worrying about your arrival in town.

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