Cambridgeshire · PE27 · LGW
St Ives to Gatwick.
108.3 miles from St Ives to North and South terminals — about 2 hr 5 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 2 hr 55 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £245, agreed before you travel.
- Distance
- 108.3 mi
- Off-peak
- 2 hr 5 min
- Traffic allowance
- about 2 hr 55 min
- Saloon
- £245
- Back home
- £246
Instant fixed price
St Ives, CambridgeshireGatwick Airport
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SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases£245 Book
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EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases£278 Book
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ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases£416 Book
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MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases£308 Book
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VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases£349 Book
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Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases£509 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 St Ives.
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 | 01:40 | 00:40 |
| 08:30 | 04:10 | 03:10 |
| 11:00 | 05:50 • | 04:50 • |
| 14:00 | 08:50 • | 07:50 • |
| 17:30 | 13:10 | 12:10 |
| 20:30 | 15:20 • | 14:20 • |
Coming home
Landing at Gatwick.
These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 2 hr 6 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 St Ives around |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | 11:15 • |
| 12:00 | 14:51 |
| 17:00 | 20:45 • |
| 22:30 | 01:21 (next day) |
Pickup in St Ives
Planning your collection.
Your address
Anywhere in St Ives
Door to door from any home or office in PE27 and around. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.
Stations
Station collection
A nearby station is not listed in this directory. Enter the station name and collection entrance in your enquiry so we can confirm the journey.
Hotels
Hotel pickups
- Golden Lion HotelPE27 5AL
- Dolphin HotelPE27 5EP
- Olivers Lodge Hotel & Restaurant0.3 mi
- Slepe Hall Hotel0.4 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 St Ives.
Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.
| Airport | Distance | Off-peak | Saloon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stansted | 44.9 mi | 1 hr 8 min | £145 |
| Luton | 50.2 mi | 1 hr 9 min | £155 |
| London City | 68.9 mi | 1 hr 25 min | £176 |
| Heathrow | 83.6 mi | 1 hr 41 min | £198 |
| Gatwick (this page) | 108.3 mi | 2 hr 5 min | £245 |
Nearby
Other towns to Gatwick.
Good to know
St Ives to Gatwick
questions.
How far is St Ives from Gatwick Airport?
About 108.3 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 2 hr 5 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 2 hr 55 min. Stansted has a shorter estimated drive from St Ives (1 hr 8 min), but Gatwick is 2 hr 5 min away.
How much is a taxi from St Ives to Gatwick?
A fixed-price Saloon is £245 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £246 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 St Ives for a morning flight from Gatwick?
For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave St Ives by about 04:10; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 03:10. 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. Check your confirmation for the included waiting allowance and contact the team if baggage or assistance delays you.
Can you pick up from a station or hotel in St Ives?
Yes — any address, station or hotel. 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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