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Heathrow to Gatwick Airport Transfer

Fixed-price inter-airport taxi from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). 45 miles, 65–130 minutes door-to-door. Mercedes E-Class executive, MPV 6-seater, 8-seater minibus. Connecting flight specialists. Flight tracked automatically. Meet-and-greet at Heathrow. No surge, no meter, no surcharges. From Β£110 all-inclusive. TfL licensed since 2000. 24/7.

45 mi
Distance
65–130m
Journey
Β£110
Fixed Price
4.9β˜…
2,150 reviews
βœ“ TfL Licensed
Β£ Fixed Price
🧳 Luggage Handled
πŸ›« Flight Tracked
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Route Overview

Heathrow to Gatwick Airport complete transfer guide

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the United Kingdom's second-busiest airport by passenger numbers, handling over 46 million passengers annually. Located 28 miles south of central London in West Sussex, Gatwick serves as a major international gateway and is the second most important airport in the London area after Heathrow. The airport has two terminals (North and South Terminal) with direct rail connections via Gatwick Express and Southern Rail.

The Heathrow to Gatwick transfer is one of the most common inter-airport journeys. Typical passengers include connecting flight passengers (LHR arrival β†’ LGW departure with 2–6 hour layover), business travellers, families relocating, cruise ship passengers, and international transit passengers. The route combines the M25 motorway with strategic routing via the M23 for optimal journey times.

Get London Transfer operates fixed-price inter-airport taxi service on this route using a dedicated team of experienced drivers who specialize in tight connections. Our drivers know every routing option: the M4 β†’ M25 β†’ M23 direct route (fastest in off-peak), the A23 alternative for M25 congestion, and realistic journey-time buffers accounting for different traffic scenarios.

πŸ“ Route Distance

45 miles Heathrow LHR to Gatwick LGW via M4 β†’ M25 β†’ M23 (direct motorway connection).

⏱️ Typical Journey Time

65–80 minutes Light traffic (late evening, early morning). 90–110 minutes moderate traffic (daytime). 110–130 minutes peak-time traffic (Friday afternoon, Sunday evening, rush hours).

πŸ’· Fixed Price

Β£110 Mercedes E-Class (up to 4 passengers). Other options: Β£135 MPV 6-seater, Β£160 minibus 8-seater, Β£175 S-Class VIP.

🎯 Available

24/7, 365 days a year including Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year's Day. No night surcharge, no holiday surcharge.

The Journey

Heathrow to Gatwick step-by-step timeline

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Book & Confirmation (Anytime)

Book online at getlondontransfer.com/booking or call 020 8888 9988. For connecting flights, provide both flight numbers (arriving at LHR, departing from LGW) and departure time from Gatwick. Instant fixed-price confirmation with driver details.

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Flight Tracking (During Your Flight to Heathrow)

Our dispatch monitors your arriving flight via live ATC data. We see your actual departure, any delays, and your actual landing time at Heathrow. Driver is automatically dispatched to Heathrow based on your real landing time β€” not a scheduled estimate.

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Meet & Greet at Heathrow (30–60 min after landing)

Disembark β†’ Immigration/passport control β†’ Baggage reclaim β†’ Arrivals hall. Your driver meets you with name board. Specific meet points: Terminal 2 (central arrivals near Costa), Terminal 3 (central exit opposite WHSmith), Terminal 4 (dedicated meet-and-greet, south side), Terminal 5 (central exit by Costa). Driver assists with luggage to vehicle.

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Departure Heathrow (Immediate)

Vehicle departs for Gatwick via M4 β†’ M25 (J15) β†’ M23. Driver takes optimum route based on live traffic data. You relax in climate-controlled comfort with USB charging, premium audio, complimentary water.

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M25 Motorway Drive (30–50 minutes typical)

Heathrow parking area β†’ M4 east (5 min) β†’ M25 junction 15 (20 min) β†’ M25 south (10 min) β†’ M23 junction (5 min). Depending on M25 traffic conditions, driver may use A23 alternative route for faster throughput. Continuous real-time monitoring ensures fastest feasible routing.

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Arrival Gatwick Airport Terminal

Driver delivers you to your Gatwick terminal (North or South). Typical total journey time: 65–130 minutes depending on traffic. For connecting flights departing within 2 hours of arrival: contact our dispatch team before booking β€” we'll provide honest guidance on connection feasibility.

Connecting Flight Specialists

Heathrow to Gatwick for tight connections

Realistic connection times. For passengers connecting between arriving LHR flight and departing LGW flight: Allow minimum 2.5–3 hours for realistic buffer. This accounts for: LHR taxi-to-stand (5–15 min), disembarkation (10 min), immigration/passport control for UK arrivals (15–60 min depending on queue), baggage reclaim (10–30 min), Heathrow terminal exit (5 min), driver meeting point (2 min), Heathrow β†’ Gatwick drive (65–130 min depending on traffic), Gatwick entry (5 min), terminal drop-off (5 min). Total: approximately 2.5–4 hours gate-to-gate.

Luggage express service. For tight connections with international luggage (bags checked through from originating airport to final destination): we handle only cabin luggage to/from vehicle. International bags transfer via airport systems β€” confirm with your airline that bags are checked through to your onward Gatwick flight.

Real-time communication. Driver has your mobile number and stays in contact throughout journey. If traffic delays occur, driver alerts you and provides updated ETA to Gatwick. 24/7 dispatch team (020 8888 9988) available if any issues arise.

Vehicle Options

Choose your Heathrow to Gatwick vehicle

Mercedes E-Class Executive

Β£110

Up to 4 passengers Latest generation with leather business interior, dual-zone climate control, USB-A/USB-C/Lightning charging, premium audio, heated seats, cruise control on motorways. Boot Capacity: 2 large international suitcases (70L each) + 2 carry-ons. Best For: Solo travellers, couples, small business groups, families of 2–3 with limited luggage.

MPV 6-Seater

Β£135

Up to 6 passengers Ford Galaxy, VW Sharan, or CitroΓ«n Tourer. Sliding side doors, climate control, USB charging, privacy glass. Separate luggage compartment. Luggage Capacity: 6 large international cases + carry-ons. Best For: Families of 4–6, groups with multiple suitcases, extended travellers.

8-Seater Minibus

Β£160

Up to 8 passengers Mercedes Vito with individual seats (not benches), two sliding doors, luggage racks, climate control, USB charging. Luggage Capacity: 8 large international cases. Best For: Groups of 7–8, multiple families, sports teams, wedding parties.

Mercedes S-Class VIP

Β£175

Up to 3 passengers Long-wheelbase S-Class with privacy glass, dedicated chauffeur partition, premium leather, ambient lighting, refrigerator, water and newspapers, suited driver. Ambiance: Executive boardroom throughout 1.5–2 hour journey. Best For: VIP, corporate, embassy, maximum discretion and comfort.
Gatwick Airport Information

Gatwick Airport terminal guide

North Terminal. Primarily serves European and short-haul flights. Airlines include British Airways (most European routes), Norse Atlantic, Wizz Air, Ryanair (certain routes), easyJet (certain routes). Modern facilities with good retail/dining options. Car rental desks, rail station access (Gatwick Express, Southern Rail).

South Terminal. Serves international long-haul flights and many European carriers. Airlines include Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, American Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic (long-haul), Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, ANA, and others. Large international terminal with comprehensive services. Rail station access from South Terminal.

Gatwick Express (rail connection). Direct train to/from London Victoria (30 minutes). Southern Rail services to other London stations. Our taxi service provides door-to-terminal convenience without rail changes or luggage handling challenges.

Why Choose Us

Why Get London Transfer for Heathrow to Gatwick

25 years TfL licensed. Get London Transfer has held a Transport for London Private Hire Operator licence continuously since 2000 β€” the UK regulatory gold standard for private hire in London.

Connecting flight specialists. Our long-distance rota includes drivers with 100+ Heathrow–Gatwick runs. They know realistic journey times for different traffic scenarios, can navigate M25 congestion, and understand passenger anxiety on tight connections.

Flight tracking automatic. We don't require you to notify us of delays. Dispatch monitors your arriving flight in real-time and adjusts driver dispatch. You pay the same fixed price whether on schedule or late.

Fixed price, no surge. Β£110 guaranteed, whether you depart Heathrow at 8 AM (light traffic, 65 min journey) or 6 PM (heavy traffic, 130 min journey). No meter, no surge, no surcharges.

Direct contracted drivers. Same professional driver throughout your journey. Personal mobile number provided for direct contact. 24/7 UK-based dispatch team available at 020 8888 9988.

Luggage handling included. Driver assists with all luggage to vehicle. For connecting passengers, we coordinate efficient loading/unloading to minimize airport terminal time.

FAQ

Heathrow to Gatwick transfer frequently asked questions

Ready? Book your Heathrow to Gatwick transfer

45 miles Β· 65–130 minutes Β· fixed price Β£110 Β· meet-and-greet Β· flight tracking Β· 24/7 Β· TfL licensed

Book Online β†’ πŸ“ž 020 8888 9988