Quick Answer: Travelling from Gatwick to Chichester
Booking a private taxi from Gatwick Airport to Chichester is a straightforward way to reach the city and the surrounding West Sussex coast without changing trains or waiting for a connecting bus. The route covers approximately 40 miles, with a typical journey time of 55-70 minutes depending on traffic. A pre-booked fixed fare means your driver is allocated before you land, so there’s no queuing for a taxi rank after a long flight.
Route and Journey Time
Gatwick sits to the north-east of Chichester, with the route running largely via the A29 or A24 south towards the coast. Traffic through Horsham and around Pulborough can add time at peak periods, so we build a realistic window into your quote rather than a best-case estimate.
Why Book with Us
Your driver tracks your flight, so a delayed landing doesn’t mean a missed pickup, and your fare is confirmed before you travel with no surge pricing added on the day. Whether you’re heading into Chichester itself or further out towards Bognor Regis or the surrounding villages, let us know your exact drop-off address when you book.
Vehicle Options
Saloon, Estate, Executive and MPV vehicles are available for this route, each suited to a different group size and luggage load.
| Vehicle | Typical use | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Individuals, couples | 4 passengers, 2 luggage items |
| Estate | Extra luggage | 4 passengers, 4 luggage items |
| Executive | Business travel | 3 passengers, 2 luggage items |
| MPV | Families, small groups | 6 passengers, 4 luggage items |
What’s Included
Meet and greet inside the terminal is included as standard at no extra cost, along with a flight-monitored waiting allowance so a delayed arrival doesn’t result in a surprise charge within the included window.
Booking in Advance
We’d recommend booking as early as possible for this route, particularly around school holidays when coastal West Sussex sees higher traffic. Provide your flight number, passenger and luggage numbers when requesting your quote.
Business and Group Travel
For a group or business booking, our MPV carries up to 6 passengers with 4 luggage items, while our Executive vehicle suits a solo or paired business traveller.
Smoother Journey Tips
Have your Chichester postcode ready when booking so your driver can plan the most direct route, and mention any access restrictions at your drop-off address in advance.
Gatwick to Chichester: The Route
Chichester is about 45 miles from Gatwick. There’s no motorway in this direction, so the driver heads south-west across West Sussex, usually via the A264 and A24 or the A29, joining the A27 for the last stretch into the city.
The A27 around Chichester can be busy in summer with traffic heading to the Witterings and Goodwood events, so allow extra time on those days.
Drop-off Points in and Around Chichester
We drop at homes in the city and surrounding villages, Chichester station, the university and hotels near the cathedral. We also cover Bosham, Selsey and the Witterings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Gatwick to Chichester?
Around 40 miles, with a typical journey time of 55-70 minutes depending on traffic.
Is the fare fixed?
Yes, your fare is confirmed before you travel with no surge pricing added on the day.
Do you track my flight?
Yes, a flight-monitored waiting allowance is built into your fare.
Can I book a return journey?
Yes, and a 5% discount applies to return journeys.
Is meet and greet included?
Yes, as standard at no extra cost.
What if I have extra luggage?
Let us know at booking so we can offer an Estate or MPV vehicle.
What’s your cancellation policy?
Full refund more than 24 hours before pickup, 50% retained between 4 and 24 hours before, and non-refundable inside 4 hours or for a no-show.
Return Route
Travelling the other way? See our Chichester to Gatwick Airport taxi page.
More Gatwick Airport Taxi Routes
See our main Gatwick Airport taxi page for more routes, or our airport-to-airport transfers guide and London hotel transfers guide.
Book Now
Request a quote at airportstaxiuk.co.uk/#booking, contact us at our contact page, or call +44 7575 470883.