Croydon to Gatwick Airport taxi transfer — from £53
Need a taxi from Croydon to Gatwick Airport? The journey is about 21 miles and usually takes 35 min, or around 53 min in rush hour. Fares start from £53.00 in a saloon car, with estate, MPV and executive options also available. The usual route is M23, A23 Purley Way, A232. Weekend retail traffic on Purley Way is heavy.
- 21 milesApprox. distance
- 35 minTypical journey
- 53 minIn rush hour
- From £53Saloon guide fare
Croydon to Gatwick Airport: fares by vehicle
Guide fares for the standard route, based on the distance, with no surcharges. Airport or port fees, parking and tolls are not included. Enter your exact addresses to confirm your price.
| Vehicle | Best for | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
Saloon | Up to 4 passengers · 2 large + 2 medium suitcases | £53 | Get quote |
Estate | Up to 4 passengers · 4 large suitcases | £56.10 | Get quote |
MPV (7-seater) | Up to 5 passengers · 5 bags | £67.50 | Get quote |
Executive | Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases, higher-specification car | £93.50 | Get quote |
Minibus | Group travel, where available | Live quote | Get quote |
Planning your Croydon to Gatwick Airport journey
Typically 35 min outside peak times and around 53 min in rush hour.
Usual route
M23, A23 Purley Way, A232
Where delays happen
Purley Way retail parks and Croydon centre
Pickup at Croydon
Door-to-door pickup at your home, hotel or business address.
Drop-off at Gatwick Airport
Drop-off at the departures area of your terminal. Tell us North or South when booking.
Local tip
Weekend retail traffic on Purley Way is heavy.
Every Croydon to Gatwick Airport booking includes
Clear terms before you confirm — the price you see is the price you book.
- Fare shown and agreed before you travel
- Licensed, professional drivers in regularly serviced vehicles
- Door-to-door service from your exact address
- Flight tracking and 60 minutes of free waiting on airport arrivals
- Pay cash to the driver or by card online
- Child seat or special request? Add it in the booking notes
From quote to confirmed journey
Enter your journey
Add the exact pickup and drop-off, not just an area.
Choose date & time
Tell us when you need the vehicle and add any notes for your driver.
Pick a vehicle
Compare the vehicles and prices shown for your journey.
Confirm
Add passenger and contact details, review everything and book.
Croydon to Gatwick Airport: your questions
Quick answers before you book.
How much is a taxi from Croydon to Gatwick Airport?
A saloon car costs about £53.00, an estate £56.10, an MPV (7 seater) £67.50 and an executive car £93.50. Fares are based on the distance with no surcharges, so the price shown is for the standard route.
How long does it take to get from Croydon to Gatwick Airport?
Allow about 35 min outside peak times and around 53 min in rush hour. Delays are most likely at Purley Way retail parks and Croydon centre.
Where will my driver collect me at Croydon?
Door-to-door pickup at your home, hotel or business address.
Where will I be dropped off at Gatwick Airport?
Drop-off at the departures area of your terminal. Tell us North or South when booking.
Which vehicle should I book?
A saloon suits most journeys with normal luggage. Choose an estate for extra bags, an MPV (7 seater) for larger groups, or an executive car for extra comfort.
Can I arrange the return journey?
Yes. Price the reverse journey (Gatwick Airport to Croydon) with its own date and time so both legs have the right details.
How do I pay?
You choose cash to the driver or card online when you confirm your booking.
Can I add a child seat or a special request?
Add it in the special instructions box when you book — for example a child seat and the child's age — so it is on your booking.
Croydon to Gatwick Airport: planning your journey
If you are travelling from Croydon to Gatwick Airport, a pre-booked private hire car gives you a set pickup time and a price you know in advance. You are collected at your address, so you can leave when you planned rather than when a train or bus allows.
The journey from Croydon to Gatwick Airport is roughly 21 miles. Outside peak times it usually takes about 35 min, and in rush hour you should allow around 53 min, which is about 51% longer. The usual route is M23, A23 Purley Way, A232, and delays are most likely at Purley Way retail parks and Croydon centre.
For a journey of this length, a saloon is comfortable for up to four passengers, an estate adds luggage space, and an MPV or executive car is worth considering for larger groups or extra comfort. Prices above are guide fares for the standard route; enter your exact addresses to confirm your price.
About Gatwick Airport
Gatwick is served by the M23 and the M25 and by direct rail services into central London, but a pre-booked car is often simpler when you have luggage, children, an early flight or a destination that is not on a direct line. For arrivals, add your flight number so your driver can track your landing.
Planning your pickup from Croydon
- Enter the exact pickup address or postcode in Croydon, and the exact drop-off at Gatwick Airport, so the fare is calculated for your real journey.
- Work back from your check-in and security deadlines when choosing your pickup time, and add your flight number if you have one.
- Pick a vehicle by passengers and luggage, not just seats. A saloon suits up to four passengers; choose an estate, MPV or executive car for extra bags, bigger groups or more comfort.
- You can pay cash to the driver or by card online when you confirm, and you can add a child seat or special request in the booking notes.
More about Croydon to Gatwick Airport
Which Gatwick terminal will my driver go to?
Your driver goes to the terminal on your booking. Gatwick has a North and a South terminal, so check your flight details and tell us which one you are using. If you are unsure, ask us before you travel.
Is there waiting time included on Gatwick arrivals?
Yes. Airport arrivals include 60 minutes of free waiting from your recorded landing time, and we track your flight.
Do you cover Croydon to Gatwick Airport every day?
Yes. Journeys are pre-booked for any date and time, including early mornings, late nights and weekends. Choose your date and time in the quote and your fare is shown before you confirm.
For terminals, arrivals, rail options and answers to common questions, see our full Gatwick Airport transfer guide.
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