How to Get from Brighton to Gatwick Airport
Travelling from Brighton to Gatwick Airport is straightforward, but choosing the right way to make the journey depends on your departure time, luggage, number of passengers and how much convenience you want.
There are several options for getting from Brighton to Gatwick Airport, including travelling by train, driving yourself or booking a private airport transfer.
For passengers who want to travel directly from their home, hotel or office to the airport, a pre-booked Brighton to Gatwick taxi provides a door-to-terminal journey without the need to change transport or arrange airport parking.
How far is Brighton from Gatwick Airport?
Brighton is approximately 28 miles from Gatwick Airport, although the exact distance depends on your pickup address.
The journey time can vary depending on your location in Brighton or Hove, traffic conditions and the time of day. Weekday commuting periods, school holidays and other busy travel periods can increase journey times.
If you have a flight to catch, it is important to allow enough time for the journey as well as check-in, security and any other requirements set by your airline.
Brighton to Gatwick by taxi
A private Brighton to Gatwick taxi allows you to travel directly from your chosen pickup address to Gatwick Airport.
With a pre-booked private transfer, your driver collects you from your home, hotel, office or another agreed address and takes you directly to the appropriate Gatwick terminal.
This can be particularly useful if you:
- Have several suitcases or large items of luggage
- Are travelling with children
- Are travelling as a family or group
- Have an early-morning flight
- Do not want to travel to a railway station
- Prefer a direct door-to-terminal journey
- Want to know your fare before travelling
Airport Eagles provides pre-booked Brighton to Gatwick Airport transfers from £75, with several vehicle options available depending on passenger numbers and luggage requirements.
For full details, vehicle options and current fares, see our Brighton to Gatwick Airport Taxi service page.
Brighton to Gatwick by train
Travelling by train is another option between Brighton and Gatwick Airport.
The train can be convenient for passengers travelling light and comfortable making their own way to and from railway stations.
However, travelling by train may involve getting to Brighton railway station first and then making your way through Gatwick Airport with your luggage.
For passengers with multiple suitcases, young children, elderly passengers or mobility requirements, a direct private transfer can avoid some of these additional steps.
Train services and timetables can change, so check the latest information before travelling.
Driving from Brighton to Gatwick Airport
You can also drive from Brighton to Gatwick Airport yourself.
This gives you control over your departure time, but you will need to consider the journey, traffic and airport parking arrangements.
Airport parking can also add another stage to the journey, particularly if you need to park away from the terminal and transfer to the airport.
A private airport transfer removes the need to arrange parking yourself. Your driver takes you directly to the appropriate Gatwick terminal.
Brighton to Gatwick taxi prices
The cost of a Brighton to Gatwick taxi depends on the vehicle required.
Airport Eagles currently offers the following one-way options:
- Economy Saloon – £75
- Estate – £80
- Business Class Mercedes – £95
- XL – £105
- XXL – £125
The XXL vehicle can accommodate up to 7 passengers with extra luggage.
The quoted Brighton to Gatwick drop-off fare includes the applicable Gatwick Airport terminal drop-off charge, so there is no separate terminal drop-off fee added later to the quoted drop-off fare.
For our complete airport transfer prices and other destinations, visit our Airport Taxi Prices page.
What time should I leave Brighton for Gatwick Airport?
There is no single departure time that works for every passenger.
Your collection time should take into account:
- Your flight departure time
- Your pickup location
- Your Gatwick terminal
- Expected traffic
- Airline check-in requirements
- Security and airport processing time
- Whether you need additional time because of children, luggage or mobility requirements
For early flights, passengers may need to leave Brighton during the night or early morning.
Pre-booking your transfer means your collection time is arranged in advance rather than having to find transport on the day.
Airport Eagles provides pre-booked early-morning Brighton to Gatwick transfers.
Brighton to Gatwick for families
Travelling to the airport with children can involve considerably more luggage and organisation than travelling alone.
A private airport transfer allows the whole family to travel together from one pickup address directly to Gatwick Airport.
Child seats can be requested when booking, subject to the appropriate equipment being available.
For larger families and groups, Airport Eagles offers XL and XXL vehicle options, with the XXL option accommodating up to 7 passengers with extra luggage.
Brighton to Gatwick for business travellers
Business travellers may prefer a direct journey without having to carry luggage through railway stations or make additional transport connections.
Airport Eagles offers a Business Class Mercedes option for Brighton to Gatwick journeys.
The Business Class option is currently £95 one way and is designed for passengers who prefer additional comfort and an executive-style airport transfer.
North Terminal or South Terminal?
Gatwick Airport has two passenger terminals:
North Terminal
South Terminal
Your terminal depends on your airline and flight.
If you already know your terminal, provide the information when booking your airport transfer.
If you are unsure, check your flight information and the latest information from Gatwick Airport before travelling.
Why pre-book a Brighton to Gatwick taxi?
Pre-booking your airport transfer means your journey is arranged before your travel day.
Instead of deciding how to get to Gatwick at the last minute, you have an agreed pickup address, collection time and fare.
A private transfer can also be useful when travelling with luggage, children or a larger group.
Airport Eagles provides pre-booked airport transfers from Brighton, Hove and surrounding areas, including:
- Brighton city centre
- Hove
- Portslade
- Preston
- Patcham
- Rottingdean
- Saltdean
- Woodingdean
- Coldean
- Withdean
- Westdene
- Hanover
- Kemptown
- Seven Dials
- Brighton Marina
- Ovingdean
- southwick
- peacehaven
- Shoreham-by-Sea and surrounding areas
Book your Brighton to Gatwick Airport transfer
If you want a direct journey from your home, hotel or office to Gatwick Airport, you can pre-book your Brighton to Gatwick Airport taxi with Airport Eagles.
Fares currently start from £75, with Economy Saloon, Estate, Business Class Mercedes, XL and XXL vehicles available.
Your fare is confirmed before you travel, and the applicable Gatwick terminal drop-off charge is included in the quoted Brighton to Gatwick drop-off fare.
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