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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Clock Tower | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Clock Tower | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Arle Court | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Arle Court | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Clock Tower | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Gatwick to Cheltenham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers are impressed with the delivery of information, including updates about accidents and possible late arrivals for other connections. They also appreciate the punctuality and comfortable seats with good leg room.
National Express Gatwick Cheltenham recent customer reviews
the first driver was amazing! but the driver from Heathrow to Cheltenham was very rude and arrogant
John L.
Impressed with the delivery of info including updating the station about an accident encountered and making aware of poss late arrival for other connections
David B.
Very confusing when I had to change at Victoria, which ticket did not make clear. A foreign visitor would have been really at a loss to know what to do or where to go, both at Gatwick and Victoria.
Valerie C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Cheltenham by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gatwick to Cheltenham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gatwick to Cheltenham start from $36. The average price for this route is around $77. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Gatwick to Cheltenham?
The average bus travel time from Gatwick to Cheltenham is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Gatwick to Cheltenham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gatwick to Cheltenham?
The earliest bus departs from Gatwick to Cheltenham at 5:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gatwick to Cheltenham?
A bus trip from Gatwick to Cheltenham generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Cheltenham was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gatwick to Cheltenham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $131 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-03.
