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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Gatwick?
Stops in Southampton
- A20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
- B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK - C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK - D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK - E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK - F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK
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Customers appreciate the comfortable and smooth rides provided by this bus service, with helpful and polite drivers enhancing their experience. However, some users mention that the journey to Gatwick could be shorter if it did not include stops at Heathrow or detours through London.
National Express Southampton Gatwick recent customer reviews
I thought the journey to Gatwick was far too long as the bus did couple of stops at Heathrow first.
John K.
The journey OK but instead of going to London it would be nice if it went straight to Gatwick and not to go to London to come back out of London
Peter D.
Great service! Friendly driver. Very good driver -safe. Booking online was easy and the price was right. Coach comfy. Would travel again without hesitation. Thankyou.
Linda W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Gatwick
What's the distance between Southampton and Gatwick by coach?
The distance between Southampton and Gatwick by coach is approximately 57 miles (91 km).
How can I get from Southampton to Gatwick without driving?
The best way to go from Southampton to Gatwick without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Gatwick was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Southampton to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £26 to £79 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-11-26.
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