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APH Self Park, Gatwick Airport

APH Self-Park at Gatwick Airport provides a simple, secure, and convenient way to park before you fly. This park and ride service lets you park your own car and keep your keys, giving you full control and extra peace of mind while you're away.

Located just off the M23, the car park is easy to find and quick to reach from major routes. Once parked, frequent shuttle buses run 24 hours a day, offering a fast and reliable transfer to both North and South Terminals. The journey typically takes around 10-12 minutes.

Key features of APH Self-Park at Gatwick Airport:

  • Park your own car and keep your keys

  • Free 24/7 shuttle transfers to Gatwick terminals

  • Secure parking with CCTV, barrier entry, and regular patrols

  • Operates 24/7 - 365 days

  • Easily accessible location just off the M23, near Gatwick Airport

  • Safe and secure parking with Free cancellation available

When you combine all this with the brilliant and friendly staff, you get the best airport car park at Gatwick.

Off-airport
Frequency 10 - 15 minutes
Transfer time 10 - 12 minutes
24-hour operation
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Location

Address:
APH Gatwick Copthorne Road
Crawley RH10 3PD
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Other information

  1. Directions
  2. Additional Information
  3. Terms and Conditions

Directions

From the M23:

Leave at Junction 10 (East Grinstead).

If Southbound, take the 1st exit on the roundabout (A264 - Copthorne Way).

OR

If Northbound, take the 3rd exit on the roundabout (A264 - Copthorne Way).

THEN:

  1. Head straight over the first roundabout (2nd exit).
  2. At the next roundabout take the 4th exit (A2220) signposted Maidenbower.
  3. Continue on the A2220 following signs to APH Parking Centre.
  4. Drive past the Texaco Petrol Station (some SatNavs might direct you here).
  5. After another 0.25 miles turn right into Crawley Garden Centre. You'll see an APH entrance sign on your right.
  6. Follow APH signs to the car park check-in area.

Arrival instructions

When you arrive at APH Self-Park near Gatwick Airport:

  1. Drive through the automated barrier - number plate recognition will lift the gate automatically.
  2. Follow the road markings to the dedicated arrival bays.
  3. Enter reception, where a member of staff will guide you to your parking space.
  4. Park your car and keep your keys - your vehicle stays exactly where you leave it.
  5. Board the free shuttle bus to the terminal - transfers run frequently and take around 10-12 minutes.

Please allow extra time for check-in and transfer to the terminal, especially during busy travel periods.

Return instructions

When you return to Gatwick Airport:

  1. Make your way to the dedicated APH bus stop just outside your terminal.
  2. Board the free shuttle bus back to the APH Self-Park car park.
  3. On arrival at the car park, head into reception to collect the barrier exit code.
  4. Return to your vehicle, enter the code, and exit the car park.

APH’s friendly staff are on site 24/7 and available to help if you need any assistance.

Important information

Before booking APH Self-Park near Gatwick Airport, please note the following:

  • Oversized items: APH transfer coaches cannot carry bikes, surfboards, windsurfing boards, or similar large items.

    • Snowboards and skis are accepted.

Security

APH Self-Park near Gatwick Airport offers top-tier security to ensure your vehicle is protected while you're away:

  • Computer-controlled CCTV system with over 120 camera points

  • Barrier-controlled entry and exit gates with automatic number plate recognition

  • Security lighting throughout the entire car park

  • Staff on-site 24/7, with regular patrols and monitoring

Disabled facilities

APH Self-Park is equipped to support passengers with additional needs:

  • Wheelchair-accessible shuttle buses serve both terminals

  • Assistance on arrival: Press the intercom button at the entry barrier (under the canopy) to request help

  • Staff can assign parking bays near the bus stop for easier access if required

Vehicle restrictions

Vehicle restrictions:

  • Maximum vehicle height: 2.4 metres

  • Trailers are not permitted

  • Vehicles must fit within a standard parking bay and be drivable on a standard UK driving licence

Terms and Conditions

  1. Enjoy peace of mind with our Super-Flexible booking option. Here’s how it works:
    1. Need to Change Your Plans?
      • You can cancel or change your booking anytime before your parking period begins without any hassle or charges.
    2. Parking Period:
      • Your parking period starts at the pre-booked arrival time you select during your reservation.
    3. Important to Note:
      • If you don’t cancel or update your booking before your arrival time, we’ll need to charge you for the full booking. Also, please be aware that we can’t offer refunds if you return earlier than planned.
    4. Booking Adjustments:
      • If you make changes to your booking and the price changes, we’ll either charge or refund the difference based on the adjustments.