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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Gatwick
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 £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in London and Gatwick?
Stops in London
- A235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
- B164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- CQuick Help Agency Ltd, London NW3, UK
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Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK - E
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK - F26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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Customers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with National Express, highlighting the friendly and professional drivers, efficient service, and comfortable rides. Many appreciated the timely arrivals despite occasional delays due to external factors like rail strikes. However, there was a mention of an overbooking issue where some passengers had to leave the coach unexpectedly.
National Express London Gatwick recent customer reviews
Bus exvellent riding but it took me 2 hours from victoria station to gatwick south terminal
Mostafa G.
Terrible because the bus departure two minutes before time and when arrived there Victoria station the bus was left
Tony C.
Really great experience, caught coach as there was a train strike but I was so pleasantly surprised by the comfort, driver care and arrival in good time before flight.
Caroline G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Gatwick
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Gatwick?
The cheapest coach tickets from London to Gatwick start from £5. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Gatwick?
The average bus journey time from London to Gatwick is 3h 29m, covering a distance of 27 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Gatwick route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 229 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Gatwick?
The earliest bus departs from London to Gatwick at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Gatwick?
A bus journey from London to Gatwick produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 London to Gatwick was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £46 for a bus ticket from London to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-02-10.
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