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Exeter to Gatwick Airport Transfer
Gatwick is the awkward one from Devon: no direct train, and a drive that crosses the whole of southern England. A private transfer turns it into a single door-to-door journey with a price fixed before you leave.
Service
Exeter to Gatwick Airport Transfer
The drive from Exeter to Gatwick is around 181 miles and takes approximately three and a half hours, heading east and then south around the far side of London. It is slightly longer than the Heathrow run despite the similar distance, because the final section uses slower roads.
This is the route where a private transfer earns its keep. The public transport alternative means a train to London, a cross-city transfer with luggage, and then the Gatwick Express — three changes and the best part of five hours. A car does it in one go, at a time of your choosing.
Simple by design
How it works
Book your chauffeur
Confirm your reservation quickly and easily through our website. Select the most convenient payment method for you – cash, card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or PayPal.
Receive a confirmation
Once your booking is complete, you’ll receive an instant confirmation with all the details of your journey. If your flight is delayed, our flight-tracking technology will automatically adjust your pick-up time.
Instant quote
Fixed-Price Exeter to Gatwick Transfers
Your quote appears as soon as you enter the route and date, and it is the final figure. Waiting time is included and there is no surcharge for luggage or for travelling at night.
Both Gatwick terminals are served. Tell us North or South when booking and your driver takes you to the right one — the inter-terminal shuttle is easy enough, but not with three suitcases and a tight check-in.
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Both terminals
North and South Terminal Transfers
For departures we drop you directly at your terminal entrance. For arrivals we track your flight and adjust the pickup time automatically if you are early or delayed, with no extra charge for the wait.
Meet & greet is available in the arrivals hall if you would prefer to be met by name — particularly worth it after a long-haul flight or when travelling with children.
What you can expect
Why Choose Our Long-Distance Transfer Service
- Private, door-to-door transfers with no sharing
- Fixed prices agreed before you travel — no meters, no surprises
- Real-time flight tracking for accurate pickups
- Meet & greet service available at arrivals
- Comfort breaks on request during longer journeys
- Professional drivers experienced on the London and motorway routes
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the journey from Exeter to Gatwick take?
Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes for the 181-mile drive in normal traffic. We add a margin for peak times and set your pickup accordingly.
Is a taxi better than the train for Exeter to Gatwick?
For most travellers, yes. The rail route requires a change in London and a cross-city transfer with luggage. A private transfer is door to door with no changes, and for two or more passengers the cost difference narrows considerably.
Do you serve both the North and South Terminal?
Yes, both — for drop-off and collection. Let us know which one you need when booking.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Your pickup time adjusts automatically based on live flight data, at no additional cost.
Can you collect from outside Exeter?
Yes. We cover Devon and the wider South West — Exmouth, Torquay, Tiverton, Plymouth and beyond. Enter your postcode for an exact quote.
Do you offer return transfers?
Yes, and booking both legs together is cheaper than two singles. Your return is tracked against your inbound flight.
Book on-line
Book transfer now
Book online in just a few clicks — a fast, simple and secure process that saves you time and ensures your journey is confirmed instantly. With our intelligent booking system, you can select your vehicle, set your route and finalise payment within minutes, giving you peace of mind that everything is arranged before you travel.
Comfort matters
Built for the Longer Journey
Three and a half hours in the wrong car is a long time. Our fleet is chosen with journeys of this length in mind — space for luggage that does not have to be wedged in, and seating you can actually rest in.
Comfort stops are available on request and do not affect the agreed fare. On early departures most passengers sleep; on the way home most want a coffee.
Larger groups are straightforward too. MPVs and executive people carriers are part of the standard fleet, so a party of six travels together rather than in two cars.
Client stories
Trusted by travellers across Devon
Trusted by professionals, families, and frequent travellers alike, our clients value the comfort, reliability, and discretion that define every journey with us.
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Very prompt, fantastic, reliable company. Thank you. Also very convenient to be able to book via WhatsApp.
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Selina Moor Google review
We don’t normally leave reviews but felt compelled to having experienced a fantastic service from Marcus and his team. We had a big family trip to America with our two under 3 year olds — we opted for return taxi from Devon to Heathrow. From original enquiry right through to dropping us back at our door, Marcus and drivers Martin and Arek were brilliant and made sure our journeys were smooth and effortless on our part. Great communication throughout, friendly, on time, and comfortable vehicles. Highly recommended and we will definitely be repeat customers.
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Laura Louise Stewart Google review
I recently used Advance Airport Transfers and was thoroughly impressed with the service. Marcus handled my request and provided a quote on a Sunday afternoon — much sooner than I expected. Arek, my driver, arrived on time for both the outgoing and return journeys. The car was exactly as described: clean and tidy. Arek was friendly, professional, and accommodating, even welcoming my dog to travel with me, which made the trip stress-free. Finding a reliable, efficient, and professional taxi service in South Devon has been a real discovery. I highly recommend them!
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Daniel Google review
In a word, excellent. The communication was easy and helpful, the car was comfortable and the driver knew when to be chatty and when to leave me to it. I will definitely use this service again.
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ChrisMrWain Google review
I highly recommend Advance Airport Transfer and thank them again for their professional, competitively priced service which included excellent communication from start to finish. We had 3 different pick ups before heading off to Bristol Airport which included two sets of parents in their 80’s. They were there for us on our return to bring us safely home. Both drivers were courteous and friendly. We would definitely use again.
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Cheryl Hann Google review
Very happy with the service from Advance Airport Transfer. Nothing was too much trouble. They kept me updated with arriving. Picked us up at two different addresses, lovely clean vehicle which the grandchildren loved with the lights on.
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Wendy Bradford Google review
Superb company for airport transfer — easy comms on WhatsApp, very thorough, excellent price and impressive Mercedes vehicle. Highly recommended.
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Arty Choke Google review
Excellent service from start to finish. Marcus was really easy to stay in touch with, was incredibly helpful with our luggage and child seats etc. We would definitely recommend and book again. Thanks a lot.
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Will Hare Google review
What a wonderful reliable service ☺️ Our flight was delayed for over 2 hours in the early hours from Rhodes to Bristol. The car was so comfortable and the hour’s journey home was so smooth. The driver was polite and courteous. Would definitely recommend them.
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Sandra Google review
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