From Canterbury to Gatwick Airport — Complete Guide
Travelling from Canterbury (CT2) to Gatwick Airport (LGW) is a 65-mile journey taking approximately 70-90 min. Rushxo provides a completely fixed-price transfer on this route at — calculated at the transparent rate of per mile. This price is all-inclusive: fuel, all road tolls, luggage assistance at both ends, and driver gratuity. Nothing extra is added on the day of travel.
Every Rushxo driver holds an enhanced DBS criminal record check, a valid UK private hire (PCO) licence, and drives a fully insured, GPS-tracked vehicle. Your driver's name, vehicle and registration number are confirmed to you by SMS before the journey. If you enter your flight number at booking, Rushxo monitors your flight live and automatically adjusts the driver's timing for any delay at no extra charge.
Price Breakdown — All Vehicle Types
| Vehicle | Passengers | Fixed Price | Per Person (4 pax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | ||
| Executive (Mercedes/BMW) | Up to 4 | ||
| 8-Seater MPV | Up to 8 |
Rushxo vs Train vs Uber
| Option | Price | Door-to-Door | Luggage Help | 24/7 | Surge? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushxo (This Route) | fixed | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | Never |
| Uber/Bolt | Variable + surge | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✓ Yes | Yes 1.5-4x |
| London Victoria Train | (+ walk) | ✗ Station only | ✗ No | Limited hrs | N/A |
| Black Cab (metered) | Meter (higher) | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✓ Yes | Night tariff |
How to Book in 4 Steps
About Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Gatwick is London's second-busiest airport, handling 45 million passengers annually. Located in Surrey, it is the only UK airport with a dedicated single-runway operation achieving high punctuality ratings. The first train service from Gatwick Airport departs approximately 4:35am (Gatwick Express from Victoria) and the last train departs at approximately 12:35am (Gatwick Express to Victoria). After the last train, a pre-booked Rushxo taxi is the only reliable fixed-price option. Key airlines serving Gatwick Airport include easyJet, British Airways, TUI, Norwegian, Wizz Air.
Why Choose Rushxo for This Route
- Fixed guaranteed: Locked at booking — cannot increase for traffic, delays or any other reason
- No night or early morning surcharge: Same at 3am as at 3pm — ideal for early morning flight departures
- DBS checked driver: Enhanced criminal record check, valid PCO licence, GPS tracked on every journey
- Flight tracking included free: Enter your flight number — driver auto-adjusts for delays at no charge
- Luggage assistance at both ends: Driver loads and unloads — no struggling with cases on trains or in car parks
- Terminal drop-off: Driver drops at your specific terminal entrance at Gatwick Airport
- 4.9 stars Google rated: 2,000+ verified rides — Rushxo is the most trusted fixed-price transfer in the UK