Heathrow and Gatwick are two of the busiest airports in the world, so it's understandable that getting between them can be a challenge. However, there are several ways to avoid this hassle and get from one to the other quickly and easily.

Public Transport

Traveling by bus is a very convenient and hassle-free way to go from Heathrow to Gatwick and there are many companies that run regular services between the two airports. Book online to save time and money.

National Express operates a direct service from Gatwick to Heathrow every half an hour. Tickets can be purchased from the National Express ticket office or online through their website and cost PS25 one-way and PS40 return when booked in advance.

The bus journey between the lgw to lhr transfer two airports is on the main motorway/freeway and there are routine delays in both directions during the peak periods. Expect delays of up to 45 minutes in the mornings and evenings when traffic is at its worst, although these can be shorter during off-peak times.

Taxi

If you're short of time and need a quick journey, then taxi is the most convenient way to get between Heathrow and Gatwick. Black cabs are available from all terminals and prices range between PS30 and PS50 for the 45 mile trip, depending on your choice of vehicle and whether you're traveling alone or with friends or family.

Private Transportation

If your travels are more complicated, then you can arrange a personal transfer with a local company. These are typically faster and cheaper than public transportation but can be more difficult to find at busy times.

Booking a taxi or car service with a local agency can be a good idea and often includes a pick-up from your hotel, though you may have to pay an extra fee for this. This is a good option for groups of people who need to share the cost or are traveling with large amounts of luggage.

Trains

There are several ways to take a train from Heathrow to Gatwick, but the easiest is to use the London Underground. There are several stations around the city that are accessible from each airport and there are frequent trains to all of them. The easiest way to make your train booking is to visit the London Underground website and look for the 'Travel' section.

Victoria railway station is a great place to start your rail journey, as it's close to Westminster and home to several tourist attractions. There are also lots of restaurants and shops in this area. You can then connect to other rail services, buses or a taxi.

EasyJet - Busroutes

Low-cost carrier easyJet offers an express bus route between Heathrow and Gatwick. This is the cheapest option if you're traveling with plenty of luggage, as it's only a 40-minute journey. This is a popular route for tourists and it's an easy way to save money.

The only drawback of this route is that it doesn't stop at any of the hotels on either side of the airport.