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Harrogate Taxi · Airport Guide · LGW

London Gatwick
Complete Guide

North Terminal or South Terminal — it matters. This guide covers which terminal you need, where your driver collects you, and how to time the 220-mile drive from Harrogate around the M25.

Distance

~225 mi

Journey time

~3.75–4.5h

From Harrogate

£400

Which terminal?

Gatwick has two separate terminals with different road approaches. Getting dropped at the wrong one means a 2-minute shuttle — annoying but not catastrophic. Still, confirm your terminal before you book.

ST

South Terminal

easyJet + BA Gatwick + others

The original, larger terminal. Directly connected to Gatwick train station (Gatwick Express, Thameslink). The inter-terminal shuttle departs from the arrivals level of South Terminal.

Key airlines

easyJet (most routes), British Airways (Gatwick departures), Norwegian, Vueling, Wizz Air

NT

North Terminal

Jet2, TUI, Virgin, Ryanair

Newer, slightly smaller terminal. Separate road approach from the M23. Inter-terminal shuttle from NT arrivals. Allow 10–15 minutes if connecting between terminals.

Key airlines

Jet2, TUI, Virgin Atlantic, Ryanair (most routes), Condor, Thomas Cook

Inter-terminal transit is free but takes time

The shuttle between NT and ST runs 24 hours and takes 2 minutes, but the total transfer — walking, waiting, walking again — is closer to 10–15 minutes. When booking, give us your terminal and we'll go directly there.

Route from Harrogate

Harrogate

Pickup from your address

A1(M) southbound

~110 min to London orbital

M25 anti-clockwise (to J7 for South Terminal)

~40–80 min — biggest variable

M23 southbound

~15 min

London Gatwick (LGW)

North or South terminal forecourt

The M25 is the biggest variable — anti-clockwise from the A1(M) junction covers the Dartford and Gatwick section. We monitor live traffic and select the best routing on the day. For overnight and very early morning departures, the M25 is generally clear. Allow 4h30 total for daytime journeys.

When to leave Harrogate for LGW

Flight departureTypical Harrogate pickupNotes
07:00~23:30–00:30Overnight; avoids M25 entirely
09:00~02:00–02:30Clear M25, relaxed airport time
12:00~05:30–06:00Leave before morning peak
18:00~11:30–12:00Avoid afternoon M25 (15:00–20:00)

Frequently asked questions

How many terminals does Gatwick Airport have?
Gatwick has two terminals: South Terminal (larger, easyJet, BA Gatwick) and North Terminal (Jet2, TUI, Virgin, Ryanair). A free inter-terminal transit connects them in about 2 minutes.
Which airlines use which terminal at Gatwick?
South Terminal: easyJet (most routes), British Airways Gatwick routes, Norwegian, Vueling, Wizz Air. North Terminal: Jet2, TUI, Virgin Atlantic, Ryanair (most routes). Check your airline's booking confirmation — some carriers split routes between terminals.
How do I get between the two Gatwick terminals?
The inter-terminal transit is a free shuttle train running between South Terminal and North Terminal in about 2 minutes. It runs 24 hours. Allow 10–15 minutes for the connection including walking to the transit.
Where does the taxi pick up at Gatwick arrivals?
Each terminal has its own pickup zone. South Terminal: pre-booked taxi area is on the ground level forecourt, accessed from the arrivals exit. North Terminal: separate forecourt on the arrivals level. Your driver will meet you with a name board after customs and give exact instructions.
How far is Harrogate from London Gatwick?
Approximately 220–230 miles via the A1(M) south and M25. Journey time is around 3h45 to 4h30 depending on the M25 — the biggest variable on this route.
How much is a taxi from Harrogate to Gatwick?
Fixed price: £400 to either terminal (North or South). Same price, fixed at booking. No meter, no surge.
Is the Gatwick Express worth it from Harrogate?
Not really for Harrogate passengers. The Gatwick Express runs from South Terminal to London Victoria (30 min, £20+). From Victoria, there's no direct route to Harrogate — you'd need multiple connections via Leeds. A direct taxi is simpler and often faster door-to-door.
How early should I leave Harrogate for a Gatwick flight?
Allow 4 hours travel time plus 2 hours for check-in and security. For a 7am departure, a midnight or 12:30am pickup from Harrogate is typical. The M25 at 03:00–04:00 is usually clear — later departures with daytime M25 traffic need more buffer.

Harrogate to LGW

Fixed £400.
North or South terminal.

Same price for either terminal. Fixed at booking, flight tracking on return, no M25 surprises billed back to you.