How to Go from Lhr to Lgw
If trains feel too mainstream, you can embrace the National Express coach. It’s the slow, noble donkey of the transport world. The bus takes roughly 60 to 90 minutes, costs about a third of the train, and runs directly between both airports. You won’t have to change trains or dodge pigeons in Victoria Station.
However, the bus is a gamble with fate. You’ll share your ride with screaming children, a guy eating a kebab at 10 AM, and the distinct smell of damp socks. The upside? You get to see the glorious English countryside—which is mostly just green fields and the occasional bewildered cow. Pro tip: Sit on the left side for the best views of the M25’s eternal traffic jam.
Fun fact: The M25 motorway that connects the two airports is so notorious that locals call it the “London Orbital Parking Lot.” On a bad day, your bus might become a mobile homeless shelter. Pack snacks, a phone charger, and a stiff upper lip.
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