EASTCHURCH → LGW
Eastchurch to London Gatwick taxi.
Door to terminal from Eastchurch: about 58 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Eastchurch, London Gatwick is about 58 miles by road, usually 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 door to terminal. It's the second-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Eastchurch. That's about the same as from Sheerness.
The usual route is the A2500, A249, M20, M26, M25 and M23. There's no Thames crossing on this route, which makes the journey time more predictable.
Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, linked by a free shuttle train, so check which one your airline uses before you travel. Because the route avoids the Dartford Crossing, Gatwick journey times are among the most predictable of any London airport.
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
From your door to Gatwick
At London Gatwick
We drop you at the forecourt of your terminal, North or South. For return pickups, we'll agree a meeting point when you land and give you the driver's details.
- Eastchurch village centreThe High Street and the roads around the church and aviation memorial
- Lower Road (A2500)Homes and farms along the main road across the island
- Surrounding farms and lanesRural addresses between Eastchurch, Minster and Warden
- Outlying homesWe'll find you even if your address is off the beaten track
GOOD TO KNOW
Tips for Gatwick
- Check whether you're flying from the North or South terminal; the drop-off points are separate.
- Gatwick charges vehicles for forecourt drop-off. Ask us when you book how this is handled.
- Weekday mornings on the M25 between the M26 and M23 can be slow, so leave a little extra time.
OTHER AIRPORTS FROM EASTCHURCH
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 50 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | No |
| London Gatwick | 58 mi | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 | No |
| London Southend | 63 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 77 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 50 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 83 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| London Luton | 90 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 10 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 127 mi | 2 hr 20 – 3 hr | No |
| Norwich Airport | 154 mi | 3 hr 5 – 3 hr 50 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 170 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 174 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 181 mi | 3 hr 35 – 4 hr 30 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 246 mi | 4 hr 50 – 6 hr 5 | Yes |
Gatwick from nearby
- London Gatwick taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London Gatwick from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 57 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30.
- Minster-on-Sea to London Gatwick taxiAbout 56 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Warden to London Gatwick taxiAbout 61 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Leysdown-on-Sea to London Gatwick taxiAbout 61 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Halfway to London Gatwick taxiAbout 56 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Sheerness to London Gatwick taxiAbout 57 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30. Fixed price, 24/7.
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FAQ
Eastchurch to Gatwick questions.
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How long is a taxi from Eastchurch to London Gatwick?
Usually 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 for the 58-mile drive via the A2500, A249, M20, M26, M25 and M23, depending on traffic.
How far is London Gatwick from Eastchurch?
About 58 miles by road. It's the second-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Eastchurch.
Does the route from Eastchurch to Gatwick use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Eastchurch to Gatwick doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Eastchurch for a flight from Gatwick?
As a starting point, leave about 3 hr 45 before a short-haul departure, or 4 hr 45 before long-haul. We'll confirm the exact pickup time when you book.
Which Gatwick terminal should I go to?
Your airline and booking confirmation will tell you North or South. If you're not sure, tell us your flight number and we'll check.
Do I need to cross the Dartford Crossing to get to Gatwick?
No. From Sheppey, Swale and Medway the route goes south of the Thames via the M20/M26 or A2 and the M25.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The fare is agreed when you book, so traffic and delays on the day don't change what you pay.
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