How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Clapham North is 28 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North?

The drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North takes approximately 55 min by car.

What is the best route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North?

The fastest route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North covers 28 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.

Which direction is Clapham North from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Clapham North lies roughly to the north of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

Are there charging stations between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Clapham North?

Yes. You can charge along the route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North, including 11 Brighton Road Motorway, A23, Pease Pottage, M23, Crawley (350 kW); Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Horley (350 kW); Ramac Way (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 11177.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) Clapham North

Distance: 28 miDuration: 55 min

Driving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North takes about 55 min via A23. The distance is 28 mi. The straight-line distance is 23 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions37 · 28 mi

1 Depart onto Old Brighton Road South 1 mi
2 Enter rotary left onto London Road 2 yd
3 Exit rotary straight onto London Road 1 mi
4 Enter rotary slightly left onto London Road 52 yd
5 Exit rotary straight onto London Road 2 mi
6 Turn slightly left 1 mi
7 Enter rotary slightly left onto Airport Way 5 yd
8 Exit rotary slightly left onto Airport Way 1 mi
9 Enter rotary straight 61 yd
10 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
11 Take exit slightly left 10 mi
12 Continue straight onto London Road North 1 mi
13 Continue straight onto Brighton Road 2 mi

14 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Farthing Way 28 yd
15 Exit roundabout straight onto Farthing Way 3 mi
16 Keep slightly left onto Banstead Road 1 mi
17 Continue right onto Banstead Road 38 yd
18 Continue straight onto Foxley Lane 1 mi
19 Merge slightly right onto Purley Way 2 mi
20 Turn right onto Purley Road 76 yd
21 Continue straight onto Purley Way 2 mi
22 Enter rotary slightly left onto Thornton Road 62 yd
23 Exit rotary left onto Thornton Road 1 mi
24 Enter rotary slightly left onto London Road 92 yd
25 Exit rotary slightly left onto London Road 2 mi
26 Continue straight onto Streatham High Road 2 mi
27 Continue right onto Streatham High Road 1 mi
28 Turn left onto Drewstead Road 1 mi
29 Turn left onto Sternhold Avenue 1 mi
30 Turn straight onto Thornton Avenue 1 mi
31 Continue slightly right onto King's Avenue 1 mi
32 Continue straight onto Kings Avenue 1 mi
33 Continue straight onto Bedford Road 1 mi
34 At end of road, turn right onto Clapham Road 110 yd
35 Continue left onto Clapham Road Estate 1 mi
36 Turn left 31 yd
37 Arrive right

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The return trip from Clapham North to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) covers roughly the same distance, 28 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

762 chargers

11 Brighton Road Motorway, A23, Pease Pottage, M23, Crawley11 Brighton Road Motorway, A23, Pease Pottage, M23, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 9YA350 kW
Marriott Courtyard Hotel, HorleyMarriott Courtyard Hotel, Horley, England, RH6 0NT350 kW
Ramac WayRamac Way, England, SE7 7QU300 kW
Bradley Lane, DorkingBradley Lane, Dorking, RH5 6AA250 kW
Brighton RoadBrighton Road, England, RH11 9YA250 kW

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Top attractions along the route

St Mary’s Wandsworth Pier
Ferry Terminals

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Popular destinations close by

Clapham North → St. Peter's, Greater London7 mi · 25 min Clapham North → Paddington, Greater London6 mi · 25 min Clapham North → Cordwainer5 mi · 20 min Clapham North → Diocese of London5 mi · 20 min Clapham North → King's Cross, Greater London6 mi · 25 min Clapham North → Bensham Manor7 mi · 25 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North?: The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Clapham North is 28 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North?: The drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North takes approximately 55 min by car.
What is the best route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North?: The fastest route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North covers 28 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.
Which direction is Clapham North from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?: Clapham North lies roughly to the north of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Are there charging stations between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Clapham North?: Yes. You can charge along the route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Clapham North, including 11 Brighton Road Motorway, A23, Pease Pottage, M23, Crawley (350 kW); Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Horley (350 kW); Ramac Way (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 11177.

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