Got a car or a friend with a car? Lucky you. Driving between the two airports via the M25 is a rite of passage. It’s about 40 miles of pure motorway chaos, often compared to a bumper car arena. You’ll see everything: a lorry carrying cows, a guy eating a sandwich while merging, and that one driver who thinks the left lane is optional.
Allow at least an hour, but budget for two if it’s a Tuesday at 4 PM. That’s when the M25 becomes a parking lot with ambitions. And parking at Gatwick? It’s expensive, like buying a single grape at a fancy grocery store. But if you’re splitting costs with friends, it’s worth the laughs.
The Fancy Option: A Private Transfer
If you’re feeling like a celebrity, book a private car or minicab. Yes, it costs more than your lunch budget for the week. But it’s door-to-door, you can nap, and you won’t have to smell a stranger’s tuna sandwich. It’s the high life, baby. Just don’t fall asleep and miss your drop-off.
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Complete Guide to How to Get From Heathrow to Gatwick
I once did this after a red-eye flight. The driver was playing smooth jazz, and I felt like a secret agent with jet lag. The only downside? You might tip your driver because he’s got a great playlist. Living the dream.
