Gatwick Airport. The drive matters more than the terminal.
Gatwick is London's second airport and its furthest from the West End. After a long flight, the hour in the car matters, so we make it a quiet one.
The airport
Gatwick at a glance
- CodesLGW / EGKKIn West Sussex, south of London on the M23.
- TerminalsNorth and SouthLinked by a free shuttle. Your airline decides which you use.
- To central LondonAbout 28 to 30 milesVia the M23 and then the A23 through south London, or the M25.
- Private aviationSignature AviationA private terminal north of the main buildings. See Signature, Gatwick.
Journey times
From Gatwick by road
| To | Quiet roads | Busy periods |
|---|---|---|
| Chelsea and Knightsbridge | 70 to 85 minutes | 90 to 130 minutes |
| Mayfair and the West End | 75 to 90 minutes | 95 to 140 minutes |
| City of London and Canary Wharf | 70 to 90 minutes | 90 to 130 minutes |
| Heathrow | 45 to 55 minutes | 60 to 100 minutes |
| Brighton | 35 to 45 minutes | 45 to 65 minutes |
| Goodwood | 60 to 75 minutes | Longer on event days |
Realistic ranges, not promises. There is no motorway from Gatwick into central London, so the last ten miles decide the journey. We choose the route for the hour.
Arrivals
How we meet you
- 01
Tracked
Your flight is followed from departure, and the chauffeur's timing moves with it.
- 02
In the hall
Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall of the North or South Terminal with a name board, or without one if you prefer.
- 03
To the car
Luggage is taken for you and the car is a short walk away.
- 04
Away
M23 then the best of the available routes into town for that hour.
Departures and practicalities
Worth knowing
- Gatwick charges vehicles for using the terminal drop-off zones (£10 for up to ten minutes at the time of writing in 2026). It is included in your quote, not added afterwards
- Check which terminal your airline uses the day before. We also check
- For early departures we work back from your check-in time and allow for the M25 and M23 at that hour
- Transfers between Gatwick and Heathrow are a regular job for us, with the connection time planned honestly
- For a large family or a lot of luggage, ask for a V-Class
Onward
Where Gatwick passengers go next
Request a quote
Tell us the flight
Terminal, date and flight number if you have it. We reply with a clear price that includes airport charges. Nothing is booked or charged online.
Prefer to talk? +44 2030 048300 or WhatsApp, at any hour.
Questions people ask
About Gatwick transfers
Where will my chauffeur be?
In the arrivals hall of your terminal, after customs. We confirm the meeting point and mobile number before you fly.
Is the train not quicker?
To Victoria station at a busy time, often yes. To your front door with luggage, children or after a night flight, rarely. We will tell you honestly if the train is the better choice for a particular journey.
Can you meet a private flight at Gatwick?
Yes, at Signature's private terminal. See Signature, Gatwick.
What if immigration is slow?
Your quote includes a waiting allowance for exactly that.