About Cophall Park and Ride
Cophall Park and Ride is a family-run off-airport car park located just 10 minutes from Gatwick Airport. With their reliable shuttle service and excellent customer care, they've become one of the most popular parking options for Gatwick travelers.
Car Park Features:
- Over 2,000 secure parking spaces
- Modern shuttle buses with free WiFi
- Friendly, uniformed drivers
- Assistance with luggage
- Well-lit parking areas
- Regular security patrols
- ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) entry system
Operating Hours:
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Transfer Times:
North Terminal: approximately 10 minutes
South Terminal: approximately 10 minutes
Security Features:
- Park Mark® Safer Parking Award
- 24/7 CCTV monitoring
- Regular security patrols
- Well-lit parking areas
- Security fencing around perimeter
- Barrier controlled entry and exit
How to Find
Cophall Park and Ride is located just off the M23, making it easily accessible for travelers coming from all directions.
Address:
Cophall Park and Ride
Effingham Rd, Copthorne
Crawley
RH10 3HZ
Directions:
From M23 (Northbound):
- Exit at Junction 10 and follow signs for Crawley
- At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto A2011
- At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto A23
- Continue for approximately 1 mile
- Cophall Park and Ride will be on your right
From M23 (Southbound):
- Exit at Junction 10 and follow signs for Crawley
- At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto A2011
- At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto A23
- Continue for approximately 1 mile
- Cophall Park and Ride will be on your right
Please allow an additional 30 minutes to your journey for check-in and transfer times.
Arrival & Departure Information
On Arrival:
- Drive to the car park entrance where the automatic barrier will recognize your car registration and lift to grant you entry (if you have pre-booked).
- Park your vehicle in any available space and make a note of the zone and space number.
- Head to the reception building with your booking confirmation.
- Check in at reception where staff will verify your details.
- Keep your car keys with you throughout your trip.
- Board the shuttle bus which will take you directly to your terminal.
On Return:
- Pick up the courtesy shuttle from the designated bus stop at the North or South terminal.
- Show your booking confirmation to the driver.
- The shuttle will return you directly to the car park.
- Collect your vehicle from where you left it.
- Exit through the automatic barrier which will recognize your vehicle.
Shuttle Information:
Shuttles run every 15-20 minutes, 24 hours a day.
Journey time to both terminals is approximately 10 minutes.
All shuttles are equipped with luggage racks and free WiFi.
Drivers will assist with luggage loading and unloading.
Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I arrive at the car park before my flight?
We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before you need to be at the terminal. This allows time for parking, check-in and the shuttle transfer.
Is the car park secure?
Yes, Cophall Park and Ride has been awarded the Park Mark® Safer Parking Award. The car park features 24/7 CCTV monitoring, regular security patrols, and is fully fenced with barrier-controlled entry and exit.
How often do the shuttle buses run?
Shuttle buses run every 15-20 minutes, 24 hours a day.
Do I keep my car keys?
Yes, you park your own car and keep your keys with you throughout your trip.
Is there a height restriction?
The car park can accommodate vehicles up to 2.2m in height.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Don't worry! Your booking is valid until you return. There may be an additional charge if you exceed your booked time by more than 24 hours.
Do you have disabled parking spaces?
Yes, we have designated disabled parking spaces close to reception and our shuttle buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts.
