Transfer from Upminster (RM14) to Gatwick Airport
The name of the locality was first recorded in the 11th century as Upmynstre. In 1086, it was already changed to Upmunstra. The title comes from the Old English language and the terms “mynster” and “upp” and could be translated into “the high ground accommodating the large church”. The word “upp” might also suggest the geographical relationship between the locality and a church located in Tilbury or Barking.
Between the 1st and 3rd centuries, the Upminster area was home to an ancient farmstead and it remained an agricultural settlement for many centuries. The region used to be covered in woodland. However, in the 12th century the clearances made room for arable farming. In the 17th century, Upminster was already known for its livestock and crops. In the 19th century, Upminster was characterised by market gardening. Moreover, at the time, the locality was famous for its windmills. Out of the numerous windmills, only one of them has survived until date. It is a smock mill that was constructed in 1803.
Transfer from Upminster (RM14) to Gatwick Airport by Rail:
So as to get transfer from Upminster to Gatwick Airport by rail, you need to take the National Rail Service to London Bridge. This journey will last almost 25 minutes. From London Bridge, you can take the train to Gatwick Airport. Other transport options include taking a taxi transfer from London Bridge or Upminster to Gatwick Airport.
Transfer from Upminster (RM14) to Gatwick Airport by Car:
In order to get from Upminster to Gatwick Airport by car, you have to take the M25 motorway. The distance between Upminster and Gatwick Airport is 41.9 miles.
Transfer from Upminster (RM14) to Gatwick Airport by Taxi:
A Taxi Transfer from Upminster to Gatwick Airport with 247 Airport Transfer will take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. The transfer from Upminster to Gatwick Airport will cost around 61 GBP for a saloon car.
