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Choosing a Gatwick product · 2026-10-05

Gatwick Mid Stay Parking: Walking to the Terminal Instead of Taking a Shuttle

London Gatwick''s official Mid Stay car parks sit within walking distance of the terminal and use number plate recognition cameras instead of a shuttle.

What is Mid Stay parking at London Gatwick?

Official London Gatwick Mid Stay car parking is described as the perfect option if you are planning to go away for a few days. The Mid Stay car parks are free-flow car parking using number plate recognition cameras.

Why does not boarding a bus matter for some travellers?

Mid Stay parking is located within walking distance of the terminal. Because of that location, it is described as perfect for those travelling with young children, without the need to board a bus to get the trip started.

So the practical difference is the walk itself: the car park sits close enough to the terminal that a shuttle ride is not part of the trip.

Where is the Mid Stay car park?

For the North Terminal, the stated postcode is RH6 0JA.

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Is the car park monitored?

The Official Mid Stay Car Park is well-lit and regularly patrolled by London Gatwick security staff.

FAQ

Where is the Mid Stay car park at London Gatwick?

The official information gives the North Terminal postcode as RH6 0JA.

Do I need to take a bus from Gatwick Mid Stay to the terminal?

No. Mid Stay parking is located within walking distance of the terminal, so there is no need to board a bus to get the trip started.

How does Gatwick Mid Stay parking work at the barrier?

The Mid Stay car parks are free-flow car parking using number plate recognition cameras.

Is Gatwick Mid Stay suitable for a short trip away?

Official London Gatwick Mid Stay car parking is described as the perfect option if you are planning to go away for a few days.

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