Gatwick is the closest major airport to Tonbridge, and the route reflects that — around 26 miles via the A21, then the A264 and M23, with a short stretch of the M25 to reach the airport. It's a more consistent journey than the Heathrow run: independent route-planning sources agree closely on both the distance and the timing, putting the drive at roughly 44–46 minutes under normal traffic, rather than the wider range you see quoted for the longer M25 routes into west London.
Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, connected to each other by an internal monorail but with separate forecourts and drop-off points. Tell us which terminal and airline you're flying with when you book, so the driver takes you straight to the right one rather than the wrong side of the airport. Separately, Gatwick's own forecourt drop-off charge rose to £10 for 10 minutes from 6 January 2026 (up from £7) — now the highest of any UK airport, per Holiday Extras' 2026 airport charges roundup. Worth asking when you book whether that's handled separately or built into your fare.
A taxi from Tonbridge to Gatwick with C Line Cars starts from £70, plus a £5 pickup and drop-off charge, agreed by phone before you travel. The journey covers around 26–27 miles via the A21, M23 and M25 and typically takes 44–46 minutes, making it a shorter, more predictable run than the Heathrow route.
For this route, a standard saloon covers most single bookings and small groups. If you're travelling with more people or extra luggage than a saloon can take, mention it when you book so the right vehicle is sent.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Standard saloon | Up to 4 | from £70 (plus £5 pickup/drop-off charge) |
Gatwick's own forecourt charge (£10 for 10 minutes from January 2026) applies to any vehicle using the terminal drop-off zones directly outside departures. Booking a pre-arranged transfer with C Line Cars means that's a cost your driver deals with, not something you need to arrange or pay separately at the barrier yourself.
Yes — call or text the same number to book both legs, ideally when you first arrange your outbound transfer. Give your return flight number and estimated landing time, and we'll confirm the pickup once your flight is due, so you're not left arranging a return journey from arrivals on the day.
Yes, via a change at Redhill, but it typically takes around 1 hour to 1 hour 25 minutes against roughly 44–46 minutes by taxi covering the same 26–27 miles. The train can suit a light traveller happy to change trains and carry their own luggage; a taxi is usually easier with cases, an early flight, or when you want dropping right at your terminal.