How far is Gatwick from Heathrow by coach?

The journey from Heathrow to Gatwick by coach covers an approximate distance of 24 miles (39 km).

Is there a way to reach Gatwick from Heathrow without a car?

You can reach Gatwick from Heathrow by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Heathrow to Gatwick from £9 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Heathrow to Gatwick on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	11:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	03:25	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	50m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	03:05	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:20	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	03:05	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:20	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	03:05	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:20	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Gatwick on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 10m	21:20	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	50m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Gatwick on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	55m	04:20	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	50m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Gatwick on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:05	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:20	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	50m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Gatwick on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 10m	05:50	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	50m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	00:40	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	01:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 35m	03:35	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	02:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 15m	04:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:24 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heathrow to Gatwick

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

25 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£12 - £28	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £7	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Passengers frequently commend the service for its punctuality, comfort, and friendly drivers. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of buses and comfortable seating arrangements. While some travelers experienced confusion at airports due to unclear signage or lack of staff presence, overall satisfaction with professional conduct and efficient travel remains high among users.

National Express Heathrow Gatwick recent customer reviews

Problems with payment system on changes made me worried about my next leg of journey for hours. Live ppl at station less than helpful (tho was able to communicate with the SM account somewhat)

Tyla G.

9 February 2025

I am not happy because the bus was late and after about 13 minutes I had to take a taxi otherwise I would not have made it to the plane.

Tomasz P.

16 July 2024

At Gatwick South, we had to leave the Bus because of driving time. 5 Minutes to go to Terminal North

Michael S.

8 June 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Gatwick?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Stops in Gatwick

A - London Gatwick Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Heathrow to Gatwick

How far is Gatwick from Heathrow by coach?
The journey from Heathrow to Gatwick by coach covers an approximate distance of 24 miles (39 km).
Is there a way to reach Gatwick from Heathrow without a car?
You can reach Gatwick from Heathrow by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

£17

12/11

£16

Today

£15

14/11

£15

15/11

£15

16/11

£15

17/11

£15

18/11

£15

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Gatwick was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heathrow to Gatwick as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £36 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-18.