LHR ➔ Gatwick Airport (LGW) Connection ✓ Actualizado 2026

De Heathrow Airport (LHR) a Gatwick Airport (LGW) Connection: Tren, Autobús y Taxi [2026]

📍 Distance: 68 km
⚡ Más rápido: 50 min
💰 Desde: £20.20 ($26)
🏆 Recomendado: Elizabeth Line + Thameslink (via Farringdon)
⚡ Veredicto Rápido en 10 Segundos:

You have two great choices: 1) Direct National Express Coach (zero transfers, picks up at Heathrow T2/3 and T5 and goes straight down the M25 motorway to Gatwick North & South Terminals in 65–75 mins, £25–£32), or 2) Elizabeth Line + Thameslink Train via Farringdon (65–70 mins, £20.20 contactless, only 1 step-free elevator transfer at Farringdon Station and immune to M25 motorway traffic jams!).

Heathrow (west of London) and Gatwick (south of London) are 68 km apart. Minimum recommended connection time between flights at LHR and LGW is **3.5 to 4 hours**.

Comparativa de Opciones de Transporte (Precios 2026)

Opción de Transporte Tiempo Precio 2026 Frecuencia Ideal para Reserva / Info
🚆 Elizabeth Line to Farringdon + Thameslink Train to Gatwick Más Rápido
62–70 min
£20.20 (£16.30 off-peak)
$26.00 / €24.00
 Every 10–15 min Beating M25 motorway traffic jams & lowest fare (£16.30–£20.20) Ver Pasos ↓
🚌 National Express Direct Coach (Zero Transfers) or Private Car Mejor Opción
65–85 min
£25.00 – £32.00
$32.00 / €29.50
 Every 20–30 min (24/7) Heavy luggage, families & overnight transfers Check Heathrow–Gatwick Private Transfers on Klook →

Opciones de Transporte Paso a Paso

Option #1 Más Rápido

🚆 Elizabeth Line to Farringdon + Thameslink Train to Gatwick

£20.20 (£16.30 off-peak) $26.00 / €24.00
⏱️ Duración 62–70 min
🔄 Frecuencia Every 10–15 min
🕒 Horario 05:15 – 23:30
🎟️ Dónde comprar billetes Tap contactless Visa/Mastercard in at Heathrow and out at Gatwick
✅ Ventaja principal: Only 1 easy step-free transfer at Farringdon; never gets stuck in M25 traffic
⚠️ Ten en cuenta: Requires wheeling your bags between the Elizabeth Line and Thameslink platforms at Farringdon

Pasos desde la terminal de llegadas:

  1. Tap your contactless card at Heathrow and ride the purple Elizabeth Line 40 minutes to Farringdon Station.
  2. At Farringdon (do NOT tap out—stay inside the fare gates), take the elevator up to the Thameslink platform.
  3. Board any southbound Thameslink train signed for Brighton / Horsham / Three Bridges to Gatwick Airport (32 mins).
Option #2 Mejor Opción

🚌 National Express Direct Coach (Zero Transfers) or Private Car

£25.00 – £32.00 $32.00 / €29.50
⏱️ Duración 65–85 min
🔄 Frecuencia Every 20–30 min (24/7)
🕒 Horario 24 Hours
🎟️ Dónde comprar billetes Heathrow Central Bus Station (T2/3), T5 Bus Stops 13–16, or pre-book private car on Klook
✅ Ventaja principal: Direct terminal-to-terminal ride without changing trains
⚠️ Ten en cuenta: M25 motorway between Junctions 10 and 15 can have delays at weekday rush hour

Pasos desde la terminal de llegadas:

  1. Board at Heathrow Central Bus Station (for T2/T3) or Terminal 5 Stands 13–16 and ride direct to Gatwick North & South Terminals.
Check Heathrow–Gatwick Private Transfers on Klook →
📶 CONSEJO DE DATOS MÓVILES Y APPS DE TAXI

¿Necesitas Internet en la Terminal para Uber / Bolt / FreeNow y Mapas?

El Wi-Fi del aeropuerto suele fallar fuera de la terminal donde están los puntos de recogida de Uber / Bolt / FreeNow. Instala una eSIM antes de volar para pedir transporte nada más aterrizar.

Conseguir eSIM de United Kingdom en Airalo →Ver eSIM de United Kingdom en Klook →
🚘 TRASLADO PUERTA A PUERTA SIN ESTRÉS

¿Prefieres un Conductor Esperándote en London (LHR)?

¿Viajas con maletas grandes, niños o llegas de madrugada? Reserva un traslado privado a precio fijo o tu billete de tren exprés en Klook.

Ver Traslados y Trenes de London en Klook →Ver Hoteles Cerca del Aeropuerto y Centro en Klook →

Billetes, Equipaje y Llegadas de Madrugada

🎟️ Billetes y Formas de Pago

For the train via Farringdon, simply tap your contactless bank card in at Heathrow and out at Gatwick (£20.20 peak / £16.30 off-peak)—no paper ticket needed!

🧳 Viajar con Maletas

If you have heavy bags and want zero transfers, the National Express coach loads your suitcases at Heathrow and unloads them right outside Gatwick North or South Terminal.

🌙 Llegadas Después de Medianoche

National Express coaches run 24 hours a day between Heathrow and Gatwick (up to 60 departures daily).

🚫 Errores Comunes y Estafas de Taxi a Evitar

  • Taking the Heathrow Express to Paddington + Circle Line Tube to Victoria + Gatwick Express — that old route requires 2 transfers and costs £46+, whereas changing once at Farringdon on the Elizabeth Line + Thameslink is faster and costs £20.20!
  • Black cabs from Heathrow to central London cost £70–£120+ and take 50–75 minutes in traffic. Unless you pre-book a fixed-rate private transfer for a family group, the Elizabeth Line or Heathrow Express is twice as fast.

❓ Preguntas Frecuentes (FAQ)

How much time do I need to transfer from Heathrow to Gatwick?

Airlines and Heathrow Airport recommend at least 3.5 to 4 hours between scheduled arrival at LHR and departure at LGW to allow for UK border control, baggage claim, the 65–75 minute transfer, and bag drop at Gatwick.

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