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1. How much time do you need at Gatwick Airport?
2. How long does it take to get from Gatwick station to North Terminal?
3. How long does the Gatwick Express take?
4. How long does it take to get through security at Gatwick?
5. How early can you drop bags off at Gatwick Airport?
6. What time does departures open at Gatwick?
7. Can you walk from Gatwick North Terminal to South Terminal?
8. Does the monorail at Gatwick run 24 hours?
9. What is the nearest train station to Gatwick Airport?
10. What is the cheapest way to get from London to Gatwick?
11. Is it cheaper to book Gatwick Express in advance?
12. How much is a ticket for Gatwick Express?

How much time do you need at Gatwick Airport?

When to arrive

The following times provide a general guide, but we advise you to arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of time. We recommend that you check with your airline for specific check-in times, as these may vary. Alternatively, you may be able to use self-service or online check-in.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick station to North Terminal?

Gatwick Airport train station is just outside the South Terminal. A shuttle bus runs every 3 minutes from the North terminal and the journey takes 2 minutes.

How long does the Gatwick Express take?

The Gatwick Express non-stop train service to Victoria runs every 15 minutes with a journey time of 30 minutes.

How long does it take to get through security at Gatwick?

We advise that you arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of extra time to check-in and pass through security.

How early can you drop bags off at Gatwick Airport?

If you are travelling from Gatwick, bag drop opens 2 hours prior to departure.

What time does departures open at Gatwick?

London Gatwick Airport is technically open 24-hours, but Security checkpoints do close for a few hours each evening. It seems if you arrive at night after they've closed, you can stay in the pre-Security areas until the checkpoints open in the morning around 3:00 AM.

Can you walk from Gatwick North Terminal to South Terminal?

The two passenger terminals at Gatwick Airport are a long way apart; it is not possible to walk between them. There is a free monorail train service that shuttles between the two terminals every 2 or 3 minutes making journeys between the two terminals a breeze, even with luggage.

Does the monorail at Gatwick run 24 hours?

The service operates 24-hours a day, although service levels are reduced to every 10 minutes between 23:00 and 06:00, with only one of the two guideway tracks being used. No fares are charged.

What is the nearest train station to Gatwick Airport?

London Gatwick Airport has two terminals: North Terminal and South Terminal. The train stops at Gatwick Airport station, which is only 2-minutes' walking distance from South Terminal. A fast and convenient shuttle bus can take you from the South Terminal to the North Terminal.

What is the cheapest way to get from London to Gatwick?

The cheapest, and easiest way is to walk to St. Pancras station (literally next door to Kings Cross) and take the First Capital Connect train direct to Gatwick, no changes required, and step free. Trains run every 15 minutes, the journey takes 48 minutes and the single fare is £10.

Is it cheaper to book Gatwick Express in advance?

If you know your travel dates and times ahead of time and are willing to book advance tickets then the Gatwick Express is never the cheapest option. ... And returns for the Gatwick Express cost £34.90 vs £22 for advance tickets or £30.60 for anytime returns.

How much is a ticket for Gatwick Express?

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