To London

 By train

There are lots of options for getting to central London by train from London Gatwick and with the introduction of Oyster and contactless payments, it's quick and easy to hop onboard.

The Gatwick Express non-stop train service to Victoria runs every 15 minutes with a journey time of 30 minutes.
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Southern trains services operate four times an hour to Victoria via East Croydon and Clapham Junction with a journey time to Victoria of around 35 minutes.
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Services to London Bridge, London Blackfriars, Farringdon and St Pancras International also run four times an hour with a journey time of between 30 and 45 minutes.
Book Thameslink & Great Northern

 By road

National Express

National Express operates direct services to London Victoria once an hour with a journey time of 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the time of day.

Coaches to Victoria depart from both terminals from the lower level forecourt. You can buy tickets at National Express ticket desks in both terminals or in advance online.
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Taxi

Journey times and costs vary depending on your destination, but take around one hour to central London. 

You can book with our preferred taxi partner, Airport Cars Gatwick:

In person: at the taxi kiosks located at both terminals or book online here.

By car

Journey times vary depending on your final destination, but take around one hour to central London. Check our road planner for directions to your chosen London location.

We also offer evening special parking if you want to park at the airport and go to London for the evening.

If you want a relaxing start to your holiday, sometimes it's just easier to stay at a hotel near the airport before you fly.

Book your hotel today and start your holiday a little earlier