Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the second largest and most transited airport in London, with over 46 million passengers every year. The airport has 2 terminals, with 90 different airlines, and over 200 destinations.
Getting from Gatwick Airport to London
There are different options to get from Gatwick to London, including trains and buses:
Airport transfer service
If you are looking for an easier way to get to London or back to Gatwick, you can book a private airport transfer service from the airport to your hotel. The driver will be waiting for you in the airport terminal with a sign with your name on it and will take you to the hotel in the least possible time.
The price for this service is minimum of £ 120 (US$ 154.30) and is not only more comfortable, but cheaper than a taxi. You can book a private airport transfer service from Gatiwick to London here.
Gatwick Express
The Gatwick Express takes 30 minutes and connects Victoria Station in the city centre and Gatwick Airport. You can find the station in the South Terminal of the airport. Trains run every 15 minutes, approximately from 5:40 am to 11:10 pm.
A single journey starts at £ 23 (US$ 29.50), and a round-trip ticket is £ 45 (US$ 57.80). You can find discounts online if you buy them in advance. Children aged 5-15 can get a 50% discount.
Bus Service
The Terravision bus service makes the journey from Gatwick Airport to the centre of London in about two hours.
Tickets are priced at £ 10.50 (US$ 13.50) each way and for your convenience you can buy them directly through the website at this link:
Other trains
Multiple train operators offer connections between Gatwick and central London, with Southern Railway and First Capital Connect among them.
These alternative train services end at stations like Victoria, London Bridge, or City Thameslink, conveniently situated near landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral. They present an excellent choice for travellers not specifically bound for Victoria Station.
Taxi
Taking a taxi to the city centre will take you about an hour and will cost between £ 95 (US$ 122.10) and £ 130 (US$ 167.10). For the best price and quickest journey, the best option is the train.
Nearby places
Tate Britain (37.9 km) The Natural History Museum (38.2 km) Victoria and Albert Museum (38.3 km) Science Museum (38.4 km) Imperial War Museum (38.6 km)