Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport taxi transfer — from £47
Leaving Selhurst Park for Gatwick Airport is about 18 miles. Expect around 40 min without event traffic, and longer when the crowds leave together. A saloon car costs from £47.00, with larger and executive cars also available. We usually travel via M23, A23 Purley Way, A236. Crystal Palace match days restrict nearby streets. Choose a pickup point a short walk from the ground.
- 18 milesApprox. distance
- 40 minTypical journey
- 1 hr 0 minIn rush hour
- From £47Saloon guide fare
Selhurst Park 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 | £47 | Get quote |
Estate | Up to 4 passengers · 4 large suitcases | £49.80 | Get quote |
MPV (7-seater) | Up to 5 passengers · 5 bags | £60 | Get quote |
Executive | Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases, higher-specification car | £83 | Get quote |
Minibus | Group travel, where available | Live quote | Get quote |
Planning your Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport journey
Typically 40 min outside peak times and around 1 hr 0 min in rush hour.
Usual route
M23, A23 Purley Way, A236
Where delays happen
A23 Purley Way and the roads around the ground on match days
Pickup at Selhurst Park
After matches the driver meets you on a nearby side street and messages the exact spot.
Drop-off at Gatwick Airport
Drop-off at the departures area of your terminal. Tell us North or South when booking.
Local tip
Crystal Palace match days restrict nearby streets. Choose a pickup point a short walk from the ground.
Every Selhurst Park 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.
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Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport: your questions
Quick answers before you book.
How much is a taxi from Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport?
A saloon car costs about £47.00, an estate £49.80, an MPV (7 seater) £60.00 and an executive car £83.00. 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 Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport?
Allow about 40 min outside peak times and around 1 hr 0 min in rush hour. Delays are most likely at A23 Purley Way and the roads around the ground on match days.
Where will my driver collect me at Selhurst Park?
After matches the driver meets you on a nearby side street and messages the exact spot.
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.
Should I book my return journey in advance?
Yes. Demand rises sharply when events finish, so booking your return in advance and choosing a pickup point a short walk from the venue usually saves time.
Can I arrange the return journey?
Yes. Price the reverse journey (Gatwick Airport to Selhurst Park) 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.
Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport: planning your journey
Booking a taxi from Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport is straightforward: enter your exact pickup address or postcode, choose your date and time, and your fare is shown before you confirm. Your driver collects you from your door and takes you straight to Gatwick Airport, so there are no changes, no station queues and no luggage to carry on the Underground.
The journey from Selhurst Park to Gatwick Airport is roughly 18 miles. Outside peak times it usually takes about 40 min, and in rush hour you should allow around 1 hr 0 min, which is about 50% longer. The usual route is M23, A23 Purley Way, A236, and delays are most likely at A23 Purley Way and the roads around the ground on match days.
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 Selhurst Park
- Enter the exact pickup address or postcode in Selhurst Park, 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 Selhurst Park 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 Selhurst Park 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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