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Heathrow to Gatwick Airport Transfer
Pre-book a fixed-fare Heathrow to Gatwick airport transfer. 55 minutes, both flights tracked, 24/7.
4.9 out of 5
Fantastic experience. Flight was delayed but the driver waited without any issues. Great customer service and reliable company.
Ahmed R
An excellent company to use, super easy to book and drivers showed up on time and were extremely friendly and helpful. Would definately recommend to everyone
Noel D
Great company. Absolutely reliable and competitive pricing. Have used a number of times and are my go to transfer to and from Manchester airport
David J
Easy booking process and on-time pickup. Comfortable ride and polite driver. Perfect for airport travel.
Michael T
Used Fastlane for Gatwick Airport transfer. Very smooth journey and excellent communication throughout.
Emily C
Reliable and affordable airport taxi service. Driver helped with luggage and arrived exactly on time.
Daniel H
An excellent company to use, super easy to book and drivers showed up on time and were extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Noel D
Great service from start to finish. Booking confirmation was instant and the ride was comfortable.
Fatima K
Professional airport taxi service. Driver tracked my flight and arrived perfectly on time. Very impressed.
Richard P
Clean vehicle, polite driver and smooth journey to the airport. Could not ask for more.
Hannah S
Fastlane Airport Taxis provided a reliable and stress-free transfer. Pricing was transparent and service excellent.
Usman AHeathrow to Gatwick Airport Transfer at a Glance
Fastlane Transfers runs pre-booked Heathrow to Gatwick airport transfers with fixed fares from £92, both flights tracked, and Terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5 all covered. Service highlights:
- Fixed fare confirmed at booking. No surge pricing. No card surcharges.
- Around 55 minutes via the M25 and M23 in light traffic.
- Both flights monitored: Heathrow inbound for landing, Gatwick outbound for check-in changes.
- All four Heathrow terminals covered (T2, T3, T4, T5).
- Both Gatwick North Terminal and South Terminal for the drop-off end.
- 45 minutes of free waiting from the actual landing time.
- Gatwick pickup and Heathrow drop-off airport charges included.
- Saloon, Executive, MPV 6, and MPV 8 available.
- One free child seat included. A second is free where available.
- 24/7 service, including bank holidays and overnight runs.
- Meet and greet inside arrivals available as a paid add-on at checkout.
Heathrow to Gatwick Journey Time and Route
A Heathrow to Gatwick airport transfer takes around 55 minutes by taxi in light traffic. The two airports sit 45 miles apart. The route runs from Heathrow south on the M25 clockwise to junction 7, then joins the M23 southbound to Gatwick junction 9.
Rush hour adds significant time. Morning traffic between 7am and 9am on the M25 clockwise near Heathrow can push the journey to 90 minutes or longer. Winter weather and M25 incidents can add another 30 minutes on top.
For a same-day connection, allow at least 3 hours between landing at Heathrow and your scheduled Gatwick departure. Add another hour if you have checked bags to retrieve at Heathrow and re-check at Gatwick. The 3-hour window covers immigration, baggage collection, the drive, and Gatwick check-in cutoffs.
Fastlane Transfers monitors both flights on every inter-airport booking. If your Heathrow inbound is delayed, dispatch adjusts your driver's timing. If your Gatwick outbound moves its check-in cutoff, the team flags it before you set off.
Heathrow to Gatwick Taxi Fares
A Heathrow to Gatwick taxi starts from £92 in a Saloon. Fares by vehicle class are shown below. Every fare is fixed at booking, with no surge pricing and no card surcharge.
| Vehicle | Heathrow to Gatwick from |
|---|---|
| Saloon (4 passengers, 2 large suitcases) | £92 |
| Executive (4 passengers, 2 large suitcases) | £117 |
| MPV 6 (5 passengers, 3 large suitcases) | £122 |
| MPV 8 (8 passengers, 8 large suitcases) | £152 |
Two factors shape your final fare: vehicle class, and which Heathrow terminal you land at. Terminal 5 pickups are slightly higher than Terminals 2 and 3 due to the extra distance around the airport perimeter. Time of day makes no difference to the price. A 4am pickup costs the same as a 4pm pickup.
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Which Heathrow Terminal Will You Land At?
Heathrow Airport (airport code: LHR) has four active passenger terminals: Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, and Terminal 5. Your Fastlane Transfers driver picks up at whichever terminal your flight lands at. The pickup logistics differ by terminal.
Terminal 2 — The Queen's Terminal
Serves Star Alliance carriers including United, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, Air Canada, and Air New Zealand. Short Stay Car Park 2A is the standard pickup zone. Your driver texts the exact bay number before you land.
Terminal 3
Serves oneworld carriers including American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Qantas, and Japan Airlines, plus Virgin Atlantic. Short Stay Car Park 3 is the standard pickup zone. T3 arrivals is on the ground floor, so the walk to the car park is short.
Terminal 4
Serves SkyTeam carriers including Air France, KLM, Delta, Korean Air, and Etihad. Short Stay Car Park 4 sits directly next to the terminal. T4 pickups are usually quicker than T2 or T3 because the terminal is smaller and less busy.
Terminal 5
British Airways home terminal, plus Iberia. Short Stay Car Park 5 has three levels of pickup bays. T5 pickups take slightly longer to reach the M25 because of the terminal's position on the western edge of the airport.
How Much Time Do You Need Between Flights?
The most common question for a Heathrow to Gatwick transfer. The answer depends on whether you have checked bags and whether you booked both flights on one ticket or as separate bookings.
Same ticket, hand luggage only
Minimum 3 hours between your Heathrow scheduled landing and your Gatwick scheduled departure. Covers immigration, the 55-minute drive, and Gatwick check-in cutoff (typically 40 minutes before departure).
Same ticket, checked bags
Minimum 4 hours. Covers baggage retrieval at Heathrow (add 30 to 45 minutes), the drive, and Gatwick bag drop cutoff. If you can check your bag through to your final destination at Heathrow, do so. It saves the re-check step at Gatwick.
Separate tickets
Add an extra hour on top of the minimums above. Separate tickets mean the airlines take no responsibility for missed connections, so the buffer needs to be larger.
Overnight connections
If your Heathrow arrival is late and your Gatwick departure is early the next morning, a night at a Gatwick-area hotel makes more sense than trying to bridge the gap in transit. Fastlane Transfers can drop you at any Gatwick hotel and pick you up the next morning.
Saloon
VW PASSAT, TOYOTA PRIUS OR SIMILAR.
| 1 - 4 | |
| 2 Suitcases & 2 Small Bags |
Business Class
MERCEDES E CLASS, BMW 5 SERIES OR SIMILAR
| 1 - 4 | |
| 2 Suitcases & 2 Small Bags |
Mini Passenger Van 6
VW SHARAN, SEAT ALHAMBRA OR SIMILAR.
| 1 - 5 | |
| 3 Suitcases & 2 Small Bags |
Mini Passenger Van 8
MERCEDES VITO, TOYOTA PROACE OR SIMILAR.
| 1 - 8 | |
| 8 Suitcases & 8 Small Bags |
Vehicle Options for a Heathrow to Gatwick Transfer
Pick the vehicle that fits your group and luggage with room to spare. A Saloon takes 4 passengers with 2 large suitcases. Step up to an MPV 6 the moment you add a fifth passenger, a child seat, or a third large bag.
Your vehicle cards on the page show live capacity and luggage limits for Saloon, Executive, MPV 6, and MPV 8. Same four vehicles as the hub page, same capacity rules.
For international connections with a family or group of six or more, the MPV 8 is the right choice. Seats up to 8 passengers with 8 large suitcases, and splits the fare across the group. Groups of seven still book the MPV 8. It is the same vehicle, with an empty seat left free for luggage room or comfort.
Why Pre-Book Your Heathrow to Gatwick Transfer
Pre-booking beats on-demand for inter-airport runs. Uber can price at £150 or more during peak times, cannot guarantee vehicle size, and does not track your Gatwick outbound flight. National Express is £27 per person one-way but takes 90 minutes minimum and drops at Gatwick's central bus station, not the terminal door.
- One fixed fare, confirmed at booking. No surge pricing. No meter running in M25 traffic.
- Both flights monitored. Heathrow inbound and Gatwick outbound, on the same booking.
- 45 minutes free waiting from landing. No charge for immigration queues or baggage belt delays.
- DBS-checked drivers. Every driver licensed and background-checked.
- Direct to your Gatwick terminal door. No coach walk from the central bus station.
- Free cancellation with 3 hours notice. Plans change. The booking flexes with them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a taxi from Heathrow to Gatwick take?
Around 55 minutes in light traffic via the M25 and M23. Rush hour between 7am and 9am can push the journey to 90 minutes or longer. Winter weather and M25 incidents can add another 30 minutes. Fastlane Transfers monitors traffic in real time and adjusts route choice where possible.
How much is a Heathrow to Gatwick taxi?
A Heathrow to Gatwick taxi starts from £92 in a Saloon. Fares vary by vehicle class and which Heathrow terminal you land at, with Terminal 5 pickups slightly higher due to distance around the perimeter. Time of day makes no difference. The exact fare is confirmed at booking.
How much connection time do I need between Heathrow and Gatwick?
Minimum 3 hours if you have hand luggage only, 4 hours if you have checked bags, and add another hour if your flights are booked on separate tickets. The window covers the 55-minute drive plus immigration, baggage, and Gatwick check-in cutoff.
Is a taxi cheaper than the National Express coach from Heathrow to Gatwick?
For two or more passengers, yes. National Express charges around £27 per person one-way, so a group of two pays £54 and a family of four pays £108. A Fastlane Transfers Saloon at £92 covers up to four passengers on one fixed fare, drops you at the correct Gatwick terminal, and takes 55 minutes instead of 90.
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