East Sussex · BN41 · LGW
Portslade by Sea to Gatwick.
30.3 miles from Portslade by Sea to North and South terminals — about 39 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 1 hr in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £111, agreed before you travel.
- Distance
- 30.3 mi
- Off-peak
- 39 min
- Traffic allowance
- about 1 hr
- Saloon
- £111
- Back home
- £112
Instant fixed price
Portslade by Sea, East SussexGatwick Airport
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SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases£111 Book
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EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases£125 Book
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ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases£148 Book
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MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases£137 Book
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VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases£150 Book
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Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases£194 Book
Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.
Flight planner
When to leave Portslade by Sea.
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 departs | Short-haul: example pickup | Long-haul: example pickup |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 03:06 | 02:06 |
| 08:30 | 05:36 | 04:36 |
| 11:00 | 07:45 • | 06:45 • |
| 14:00 | 11:06 | 10:06 |
| 17:30 | 14:36 | 13:36 |
| 20:30 | 17:15 • | 16:15 • |
Coming home
Landing at Gatwick.
These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 39 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 lands | Home in Portslade by Sea around |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | 09:15 • |
| 12:00 | 13:24 |
| 17:00 | 18:45 • |
| 22:30 | 23:54 |
Pickup in Portslade by Sea
Collected from the door.
Your address
Anywhere in Portslade by Sea
Door to door from any home or office in BN41 and around. Give us the address when you book; the driver comes to the door and loads the luggage.
Stations
Stations in our directory
- Portslade0.2 mi
- Fishersgate0.6 mi
- Aldrington1.1 mi
Hotels
Hotel pickups
- The Garden BarBN3 5LF
- Princes Marine HotelBN3 4GR
- Kingsway HotelBN3 2TB
- Cinderella Hotel1.4 mi
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.
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 Portslade by Sea.
Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.
| Airport | Distance | Off-peak | Saloon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick (this page) | 30.3 mi | 39 min | £111 |
| Heathrow | 69.0 mi | 1 hr 20 min | £172 |
| London City | 70.6 mi | 1 hr 32 min | £178 |
| Luton | 100.0 mi | 1 hr 58 min | £231 |
| Stansted | 100.1 mi | 2 hr 9 min | £235 |
Nearby
Other towns to Gatwick.
Good to know
Portslade by Sea to Gatwick
questions.
How far is Portslade by Sea from Gatwick Airport?
About 30.3 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 39 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 1 hr. Gatwick is the closest of the five covered London airports to Portslade by Sea by road.
How much is a taxi from Portslade by Sea to Gatwick?
A fixed-price Saloon is £111 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £112 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 Portslade by Sea for a morning flight from Gatwick?
For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Portslade by Sea by about 05:36; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 04:36. 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 Portslade by Sea?
Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Portslade and Fishersgate 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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