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What is the best way to travel from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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What is the cheapest way to reach London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury?

You can get to London Gatwick Airport with just £21 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

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from £22
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    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
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    14:15
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    20:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
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    08:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    14:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    6h 5m
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    17:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    23:55
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £24
  • National Express
    5h 35m
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    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:05
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £24

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
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    04:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £24
  • National Express
    5h 45m
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    Coach Station
    20:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £24
  • National Express
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    23:55
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  • National Express
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    11:15
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  • National Express
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    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
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    Coach Station
    09:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
  • National Express
    5h 40m
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    22:40
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    11:15
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    20:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    5h 0m
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
    5h 45m
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
    5h 25m
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    14:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    23:55
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
  • National Express
    5h 45m
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    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
  • National Express
    5h 45m
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
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  • National Express
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    Coach Station
    16:25
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    18:45
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
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    Coach Station
    09:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
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    Coach Station
    11:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
    5h 35m
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    20:20
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  • National Express
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    23:55
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  • National Express
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    18:45
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    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 0m
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    04:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
    5h 45m
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    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
    6h 5m
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    10:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    16:25
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
    5h 35m
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    14:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    20:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
    5h 5m
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    18:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    23:55
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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What are the fastest trips from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport?

You can get to London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury in just 4h 50m with a Bus from National Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

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    Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
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    04:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    08:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    14:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
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    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:05
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £24
  • National Express
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    Coach Station
    20:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
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    Canterbury
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    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
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    04:20
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    09:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £25
  • National Express
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    20:10
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    £24
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
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    23:55
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    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 50m
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    04:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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  • National Express
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    06:10
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
    5h 40m
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    07:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
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    20:10
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    22:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    5h 0m
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    04:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    14:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    Economy
    £23
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    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    11:15
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    20:20
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    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £22
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    Canterbury
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    11:15
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    Canterbury
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    16:25
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    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
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    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £21
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    23:55
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    £21
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    20:20
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    £21
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    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    09:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
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    £23
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    Canterbury
    Coach Station
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    Coach Station
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    £23
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport

What are the most popular stations in Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport?

In Canterbury, you will usually depart from East Station, Park and Ride or Chilham Train Station, while in London Gatwick Airport you will be arriving at London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport or London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport, you can pay as low as £21 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to London Gatwick Airport in just 4h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport are National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Blean or to Horley, and look at flights from Lydd Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport?

The most popular companies between Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport, are National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

All you need to know when you travel from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport

How can I reach London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Car, with which you can get to London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury.

How far is London Gatwick Airport from Canterbury?

The distance between Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport is 88.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Canterbury and London Gatwick Airport?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 22 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport?

You can get to London Gatwick Airport with just £21 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to London Gatwick Airport in just 4h 50m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Canterbury and to London Gatwick Airport

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Canterbury and to London Gatwick Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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