What is the distance between Heathrow and Gatwick airports?

How far is London Heathrow (LHR) to London Gatwick (LGW) It is 45 miles between airports, however the actual journey time varies considerably due to congestion, peak hours travel and accidents. Delays of 15 minutes and more should be routinely expected on a journey that takes just over an hour on a good day.



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The National Express Heathrow - Gatwick bus service is the only direct public transport between the two airports. The only alternative direct option is to take a taxi or a private car service.

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Heathrow Airport To Gatwick Airport Transfer will cost approximately £61.00* for a standard saloon car which can carry 4 passengers, 2 check-in luggage, and 2 hand luggage. The total mileage under traffic will be 38 miles With free Meet & Greet Service and No Hidden Cost.

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Gatwick Airport To Heathrow Transfer will cost approximately £67.00* for a normal saloon car which can carry 4 passengers 2 check-in luggage and 2 hand luggage. The total mileage under traffic will be 37.8 miles.

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Since Heathrow is close to central London, its prime location makes it a preferred choice for travellers heading to the city. The airport is well-connected to the heart of London through the Piccadilly Line on the Underground metro system.

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Despite being a bit farther from the city centre than Heathrow, Gatwick offers efficient and well-connected transportation options, making it a popular choice for both short-haul European flights and travellers heading to south coast destinations.

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Heathrow lacks the low-cost element of Gatwick Airport. London Gatwick is a hub of low-cost operations, which London Heathrow is not.

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UBER | Ubers are a cheap taxi into Central London from Heathrow. Most rides cost around £35-40, but you have to call for a driver once you're outside of arrivals and then wait for 10-15 minutes as they enter the airport and come up through into a parking garage.

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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.

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Usually, it takes around 49 minutes to travel from London to Gatwick Airport by train, however the fastest services can get you there in as little as 28 minutes. As there are around 810 direct trains running on this popular route each day, you don't need to worry about making any changes along the way.

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The best time of day to fly to Europe, using the same example, is overnight or as early in the morning as possible. The flight time is about 7 hours, so if you do this, you'll arrive in London with most of the day ahead of you. And if you can sleep on the plane - even better.

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The nearest airport to Heathrow is London City (LCY) Airport which is 21.9 miles away. Other nearby airports include London Gatwick (LGW) (25 miles), London Luton (LTN) (28.9 miles) and London Stansted (STN) (42.5 miles).

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Their full names are London Heathrow International Airport and London Gatwick International Airport respectively. Heathrow is London's (and the country's) main and busiest airport. Gatwick follows as the secondary and second busiest airport.

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The Gatwick Airport inter-terminal shuttle train links the North and South Terminals. The service operates 24 hours a day and is free of charge.

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