Kent · CT9 · LGW

Margate to Gatwick.

82.6 miles from Margate to North and South terminals — about 1 hr 38 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 2 hr 20 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £209, agreed before you travel.

Distance
82.6 mi
Off-peak
1 hr 38 min
Traffic allowance
about 2 hr 20 min
Saloon
£209
Back home
£210

Instant fixed price

Margate, KentGatwick Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £209 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £236 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £275 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £257 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £283 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £362 Book

Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.

MargateGatwick Airport
82.6 miles · about 1 hr 38 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Margate.

Planning examples for Gatwick, using assumed airport arrival allowances of 2 hours for short-haul or 3 hours for long-haul, the estimated drive and 15 additional minutes. Your airline may require earlier arrival. Times marked • use a traffic allowance; congestion can exceed it.

Flight departsShort-haul: example pickupLong-haul: example pickup
06:0002:0701:07
08:3004:3703:37
11:0006:25 •05:25 •
14:0010:0708:25 •
17:3013:3712:37
20:3015:55 •14:55 •

Coming home

Landing at Gatwick.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 1 hr 38 min on the road (longer in the rush). Actual clearance and baggage times vary. Keep the team informed of delays and confirm your collection arrangement.

Flight landsHome in Margate around
07:3010:35 •
12:0014:23
17:0020:05 •
22:3000:53 (next day)

Pickup in Margate

Collected from the door.

Your address

Anywhere in Margate

Door to door from any home or office in CT9 and around. Give us the address when you book; the driver comes to the door and loads the luggage.

Stations

Stations in our directory

  • Margate0.5 mi
  • Broadstairs2.9 mi
  • Ramsgate3.4 mi

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • No. 42 by GuesthouseCT9 1DS
  • The Reading RoomsCT9 1PH
  • Fort Road HotelCT9 1HF
  • Somerville HotelCT9 5AQ

Gatwick Airport

At the airport.

Flying out

Drop-off

You are set down at the departures drop-off of your terminal; the airport drop-off charge is already in the price.

Flying home

Meeting your driver

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall of your terminal, North or South, with a name board. Your flight is tracked, so the pickup moves with the landing time. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.

Good to know

North and South terminals

Gatwick is split between two terminals about a mile apart, linked by a free shuttle train. Your booking needs the right one.

Everything about Gatwick Airport transfers →

Planning your Gatwick pickup

Passenger collection is available in the Short Stay car parks. North and South are separate terminals: give the terminal shown for your flight when arranging collection.

For P5 meet-and-greet bookings, check your confirmation for the meeting point and contact details. Keep your phone available after landing, and contact the team if baggage, immigration or assistance takes longer than expected. Do not move to a different terminal or car park without agreeing it with your driver.

Official Gatwick collection information. Airport guidance checked 21 October 2026; check the airport website for changes before travel.

Passenger help · Changing airports between flights · Choose a vehicle for your passengers and luggage

Compare

Every London airport from Margate.

Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
London City 73.1 mi1 hr 35 min£184
Gatwick (this page) 82.6 mi1 hr 38 min£209
Heathrow 106.6 mi2 hr 4 min£241
Stansted 99.7 mi2 hr 11 min£237
Luton 112.9 mi2 hr 17 min£251

Good to know

Margate to Gatwick
questions.

How far is Margate from Gatwick Airport?

About 82.6 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 1 hr 38 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 2 hr 20 min. London City is closer to Margate (1 hr 35 min), but Gatwick is 1 hr 38 min away.

How much is a taxi from Margate to Gatwick?

A fixed-price Saloon is £209 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £210 for the journey back from the airport. The airport charge, flight tracking and waiting time on arrival are included. Pick your date and time on this page for the exact fare.

What time should I leave Margate for a morning flight from Gatwick?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Margate by about 04:37; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 03:37. These are planning examples, not latest safe departure times. Follow your airline’s check-in advice and allow extra time for disruption.

Where will my driver meet me at Gatwick?

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall of your terminal, North or South, with a name board. Your flight is tracked, so the pickup moves with the landing time. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.

Can you pick up from a station or hotel in Margate?

Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Margate and Broadstairs stations. Give us the exact address and entrance so your quote reflects the actual journey.

Is it cheaper to book a return?

Booking the return with the outward journey takes 5% off the return leg, and the driver tracks your flight home so the pickup moves with the landing time.

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