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

The distance between Shipbourne and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 34 mi by road.

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

The drive from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) takes approximately 45 min by car.

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

The fastest route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Shipbourne?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) lies roughly to the west of Shipbourne.

Which towns do you pass between Shipbourne and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Towns on the route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) include Royal Tunbridge Wells, Orpington, Caterham, Thornton Heath, Reigate.

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

Yes. You can charge along the route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including 11 Brighton Road Motorway, A23, Pease Pottage, M23, Crawley (350 kW); Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Horley (350 kW); Linden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 515.

Shipbourne London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Distance: 34 miDuration: 45 min

Driving from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) takes about 45 min via M25. The distance is 34 mi. The straight-line distance is 22 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Hildenborough, Force Green, Caterham, Chaldon, Horley, Surrey. Driving directions

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Driving directions30 · 34 mi

1 Depart left onto Ightham Road 1 mi
2 Turn right onto Hildenborough Road 2 mi
3 Continue left onto Hildenborough Road 1 mi
4 Turn left onto Riding Lane 2 mi
5 Turn right onto Vines Lane 1 mi
6 Turn left onto Mill Lane 1 mi
7 Turn right onto London Road 2 mi
8 Enter rotary slightly left 1 mi
9 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
10 Continue straight onto Sevenoaks Bypass 4 mi
11 Continue straight 1 mi
12 Take exit slightly left 12 mi
13 Take exit slightly left 1 mi

14 Merge slightly right 6 mi
15 Continue straight 2 mi
16 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
17 Enter rotary straight 1 mi
18 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
19 Enter rotary straight onto Airport Way 103 yd
20 Exit rotary straight onto Airport Way 1 mi
21 Turn slightly left onto Gatwick Way 93 yd
22 Continue left onto Gatwick Way 1 mi
23 At end of road, turn left onto Perimeter Road North 1 mi
24 Turn left onto Racecourse Road 47 yd
25 Turn right onto London Road 2 mi
26 Enter rotary slightly left onto London Road 73 yd
27 Exit rotary straight onto London Road 1 mi
28 Enter rotary straight onto Old Brighton Road South 96 yd
29 Exit rotary straight onto Old Brighton Road South 1 mi
30 Arrive onto Old Brighton Road South

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The return trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shipbourne covers roughly the same distance, 34 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

219 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
Linden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge WellsLinden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, TN2 5QL300 kW
Bradley Lane, DorkingBradley Lane, Dorking, RH5 6AA250 kW
Brighton RoadBrighton Road, England, RH11 9YA250 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) → Hookwood4 mi · 10 min London Gatwick Airport (LGW) → South Nutfield, Surrey9 mi · 25 min London Gatwick Airport (LGW) → Clapham North28 mi · 55 min London Gatwick Airport (LGW) → King's Cross, Greater London33 mi · 1 h 15 min London Gatwick Airport (LGW) → Burleys Wood4 mi · 10 min London Gatwick Airport (LGW) → Bandonhill21 mi · 35 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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How far is it from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?: The distance between Shipbourne and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 34 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?: The drive from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?: The fastest route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Shipbourne?: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) lies roughly to the west of Shipbourne.
Which towns do you pass between Shipbourne and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?: Towns on the route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) include Royal Tunbridge Wells, Orpington, Caterham, Thornton Heath, Reigate.
Are there charging stations between Shipbourne and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Shipbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including 11 Brighton Road Motorway, A23, Pease Pottage, M23, Crawley (350 kW); Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Horley (350 kW); Linden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 515.

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