How to get from South Croydon to Gatwick
- 23 km as the crow flies
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
4h 12m
2 transfers
Train + Bus
€19
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from South Croydon to Gatwick. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 12m by train, bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 23 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
23 km
South Croydon to Gatwick: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1South Croydon → LondontrainThameslink·32m
- 2London → London GatwickbusAirport shuttle bus·1h 11m
- 3London Gatwick → GatwickbusAirport shuttle bus·30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Thameslink, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from South Croydon to Gatwick works
Start with a Thameslink train from South Croydon to London, about 32 min. Transfer in London and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Gatwick (30 min). In total it's roughly €19 over 4h 12m, 2 transfers.
South Croydon to Gatwick: common questions
How long does it take to get from South Croydon to Gatwick?
The most useful route takes about 4h 12m by train, bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a train from South Croydon to Gatwick?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from South Croydon to Gatwick?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Gatwick from South Croydon?
About 23 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does South Croydon to Gatwick cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €19. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run South Croydon to Gatwick?
On this route you travel with Thameslink, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from South Croydon to Gatwick without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train, bus takes about 4h 12m.
What is the cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Gatwick?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Thameslink, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026