Manchester to and from Gatwick Airport

Travelling Manchester to and from Gatwick Airport is a long-distance journey that’s popular among business travellers, tourists, and families flying internationally. The approximate distance from Gatwick Airport to Manchester is 233 miles (375 km), with an estimated travel time of 4.0 to 4.25 hours under normal traffic conditions.

The recommended route takes you via the M56, merging onto the M6 southbound, then continuing around Birmingham via the M42, onto the M40 towards London, followed by the M25 clockwise, and finally the M23 directly to Gatwick Airport.

Travellers also have other reliable route options. You can go via the M1, which involves switching from the M6 to the M1 near Northampton, then using the M25 and M23—useful if the M40 has delays.

Alternatively, using the M6 Toll helps bypass congestion around Birmingham before continuing along the main M40-M25-M23 route. Be prepared for peak-time delays of 45 to 75 minutes, particularly around Birmingham and the M25 corridor.

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