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JN Feb 27th, 2003 11:42 AM

Gatwick or Luton???
 
We have the option of flying into either Luton or Gatwick via Easy Jet. We will be staying near Victoria Station. From what I can tell, Gatwick is more convenient. Since this is my first trip to the UK, what do you veterans suggest? Thanks!

Queenie Feb 27th, 2003 11:48 AM

<BR>I flew EasyJet to Gatwick last week. I was in Victoria Station within 1 hour of landing. Very easy via the Gatwick Express.

Hiroshi Feb 27th, 2003 05:05 PM

Gatwick is closer to Victoria Station. Consider taking the local train as it only takes about 10 minutes longer and is a few pounds cheaper. Some of the local trains go to Brighton so that city with be the most prominent on the large departure sign.<BR><BR>You can also go to Gatwick from Victoria Station (Buckingham Palace Road stop next to the station) on Green Line 757 bus. Easyjet has a reduced fare of 8.00 return. It takes about 90 minutes.

JN Mar 1st, 2003 04:11 AM

Thanks to both of you for your replies. Sounds like Gatwick is our best bet.

Hiroshi Mar 1st, 2003 08:42 AM

I MADE A MISTAKE! I meant you can go to Luton by the 757 bus. You may conclude that Luton is not so bad but it is a bit farther away.

nigel Mar 2nd, 2003 12:18 AM

Gatwick, no contest. Go by train (Gatwick Express is a bit more expensive than other services that go to Gatwick Airport). Luton is a good airport, but is rather a schlep to get to. However, if your flight from Luton is, say, &pound;35+ less expensive than from Gatwick, you might want to think about trying Luton.

nigel Mar 2nd, 2003 12:18 AM

Gatwick, no contest. Go by train (Gatwick Express is a bit more expensive than other services that go to Gatwick Airport). Luton is a good airport, but is rather a schlep to get to. However, if your flight from Luton is, say, &pound;35+ less expensive than from Gatwick, you might want to think about trying Luton.


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