London Gatwick Airport Shuttles Guide

London3 optionsUpdated 2026-07-13

Shuttle and transfer services running to and from London Gatwick Airport. London Gatwick Airport gives you a small but useful choice of shuttle services, three in total. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport operates a free inter-terminal shuttle linking the North and South Terminals, providing a quick connection for flight transfers and access to rail services at the South Terminal. The airport also provides free shuttle buses between its Long Stay South and Long Stay North car parks and the respective terminals. These on-airport services help passengers move efficiently between parking areas, terminals and transport links.

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Inter-terminal shuttle

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Free automated shuttle linking Gatwick’s South Terminal and North Terminal for quick transfers between terminals and access to onward rail and transport links from the South Terminal area.

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LGW South TerminalLGW North Terminal

Long Stay South shuttle bus

Details

Free shuttle bus connecting the Long Stay South car park with Gatwick’s South Terminal, providing direct transfer between the car park and terminal entrances.

Stops
LGW South TerminalLong Stay South Car Park

Long Stay North shuttle bus

Details

Free shuttle bus linking the Long Stay North car park with Gatwick’s North Terminal, offering direct transfer between the car park and the terminal.

Stops
LGW North TerminalLong Stay North Car Park
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Gatwick Hoppa

Gatwick Hoppa runs scheduled shuttle buses between Gatwick Airport’s South and North Terminals and selected nearby hotels. Services stop at hotel forecourts and the terminals, with generous luggage space. Routes GH1 and GH2 operate to published timetables; tickets can be bought from the driver or booked online. The network links Holiday Inn Gatwick, Travelodge, Courtyard by Marriott, and Premier Inn Gatwick A23 directly with the airport.

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GH1

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GH1 is a scheduled service linking Gatwick South and North Terminals with Holiday Inn Gatwick, Travelodge, Courtyard by Marriott, and Premier Inn Gatwick A23. It operates to a published timetable with hotel forecourt and terminal stops; tickets are available from the driver or online. See the timetable page for current operating pattern and times.

Stops
Gatwick South TerminalGatwick North TerminalHoliday Inn GatwickTravelodgeCourtyard by MarriottPremier Inn Gatwick A23

GH2

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GH2 is a scheduled Gatwick Hoppa route serving Gatwick South and North Terminals and the listed nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Gatwick, Travelodge, Courtyard by Marriott, and Premier Inn Gatwick A23. It runs to a published timetable with hotel forecourt and terminal stops; tickets can be purchased from the driver or booked online.

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Gatwick South TerminalGatwick North TerminalHoliday Inn GatwickTravelodgeCourtyard by MarriottPremier Inn Gatwick A23
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National Express

National Express runs scheduled coach transfers at London Gatwick (LGW), serving both South and North Terminal coach forecourts. Direct services operate day and night to London Victoria and to major UK airports including Heathrow, Luton and Stansted, plus selected cities such as Oxford. Coaches provide luggage space and use clearly signed stops, with timetables and live tracking available online.

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Gatwick Airport to London

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Direct coaches link Gatwick Airport’s South and North terminals with London Victoria Coach Station throughout the day and night. Services use the terminal coach forecourts at Gatwick and run non-stop to central London for a simple airport-to-city transfer.

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Gatwick Airport (South) Coach StationGatwick Airport (North) Coach StationLondon Victoria Coach Station

Gatwick Airport to Heathrow Airport

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Frequent direct inter-airport coaches connect Gatwick (South and North terminals) with Heathrow, serving Terminal 5 and the Central Bus Station for Terminals 2 & 3. A simple single-coach transfer with luggage space and regular departures in both directions.

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Gatwick Airport (South) Coach StationGatwick Airport (North) Coach StationHeathrow Airport (Terminal 5)Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station

Gatwick Airport to Luton Airport

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Direct National Express coaches run between Gatwick Airport and Luton Airport, providing a single-coach transfer across London. Coaches serve both Gatwick terminals and Luton Airport’s coach/bus station for convenient onward access to the terminal.

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Gatwick Airport (South) Coach StationGatwick Airport (North) Coach StationLuton Airport Bus Station

Gatwick Airport to Stansted Airport

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Direct inter-airport coaches link Gatwick (South and North terminals) with Stansted Airport. Services provide a simple through journey without changing, using the dedicated coach forecourts at Gatwick and the coach station at Stansted.

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Gatwick Airport (South) Coach StationGatwick Airport (North) Coach StationStansted Airport Coach Station

Gatwick Airport to Oxford

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A direct coach connects Gatwick Airport with Oxford, typically operated by a partner on behalf of National Express. Coaches depart from Gatwick South Terminal and call at High Wycombe Coachway and Oxford Thornhill Park & Ride before reaching Oxford Bus Station (Gloucester Green).

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Gatwick Airport (South) Coach StationHigh Wycombe CoachwayOxford (Thornhill Park & Ride)Oxford Bus Station

Frequently Asked Questions

Does London Gatwick Airport have shuttle services?

Yes, London Gatwick Airport has 3 shuttle services available: • London Gatwick Airport • Gatwick Hoppa • National Express

Does London Gatwick Airport have official airport shuttle services?

Yes, London Gatwick Airport provides official shuttle services. London Gatwick Airport operates a free inter-terminal shuttle linking the North and South Terminals, providing a quick connection for flight transfers and access to rail services at the South Terminal. The airport also provides free shuttle buses between its Long Stay South and Long Stay North car parks and the respective terminals. These on-airport services help passengers move efficiently between parking areas, terminals and transport links.

Which shuttle services operate from London Gatwick Airport?

Shuttle services operating from London Gatwick Airport include: London Gatwick Airport, Gatwick Hoppa, National Express.

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