Kent · CT5 · LGW

Whitstable to Gatwick.

66.8 miles from Whitstable to North and South terminals — about 1 hr 20 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 1 hr 55 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £183, agreed before you travel.

Distance
66.8 mi
Off-peak
1 hr 20 min
Traffic allowance
about 1 hr 55 min
Saloon
£183
Back home
£184

Instant fixed price

Whitstable, KentGatwick Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £183 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £207 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £242 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £226 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £248 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £319 Book

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

WhitstableGatwick Airport
66.8 miles · about 1 hr 20 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Whitstable.

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
06:0002:2501:25
08:3004:5503:55
11:0006:50 •05:50 •
14:0010:2508:50 •
17:3013:5512:55
20:3016:20 •15:20 •

Coming home

Landing at Gatwick.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 1 hr 19 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 Whitstable around
07:3010:10 •
12:0014:04
17:0019:40 •
22:3000:34 (next day)

Pickup in Whitstable

Planning your collection.

Your address

Anywhere in Whitstable

Door to door from any home or office in CT5 and around. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.

Stations

Stations in our directory

  • Whitstable0.5 mi
  • Chestfield & Swalecliffe1.9 mi

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • The Duke of CumberlandCT5 1BQ
  • Flat 41CT5 1AH
  • The East Kent HotelCT5 1DA
  • Hotel ContinentalCT5 2BP

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 Whitstable.

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

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
London City 57.2 mi1 hr 17 min£159
Gatwick (this page) 66.8 mi1 hr 20 min£183
Heathrow 90.7 mi1 hr 46 min£216
Stansted 83.9 mi1 hr 53 min£212
Luton 97.0 mi1 hr 58 min£229

Good to know

Whitstable to Gatwick
questions.

How far is Whitstable from Gatwick Airport?

About 66.8 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 1 hr 20 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 1 hr 55 min. London City has a shorter estimated drive from Whitstable (1 hr 17 min), but Gatwick is 1 hr 20 min away.

How much is a taxi from Whitstable to Gatwick?

A fixed-price Saloon is £183 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £184 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 Whitstable for a morning flight from Gatwick?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Whitstable by about 04:55; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 03:55. 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 Whitstable?

Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Whitstable and Chestfield & Swalecliffe 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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