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

You can take a bus or a train to go from Cheltenham to Gatwick. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Gatwick from Cheltenham by bus?

On average, the trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick takes around 4h 10m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 3h 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 miles (155 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Cheltenham and Gatwick?

The distance separating Cheltenham and Gatwick is 96 miles (155 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick?

Buses going from Cheltenham to Gatwick start their journey at Royal Well Bus Station and reach their destination at London Gatwick Airport.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Cheltenham to Gatwick?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $26.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick?

You can expect to pay around $63 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $26 and $92, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Cheltenham to Gatwick Bus Tickets

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Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 4 at 7:05pm
Departure city: Cheltenham
Departure location: 6 Bradley Rd
Arrival time: June 5 at 1:55am
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 4 at 3:05am
Departure city: Cheltenham
Departure location: 6 Bradley Rd
Arrival time: June 4 at 6:50am
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 45m
Departure time: June 4 at 3:05am
Departure city: Cheltenham
Departure location: 6 Bradley Rd
Arrival time: June 4 at 6:50am
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 45m
Departure time: June 4 at 3:05am
Departure city: Cheltenham
Departure location: 6 Bradley Rd
Arrival time: June 4 at 6:50am
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 45m
Departure time: June 4 at 6:25am
Departure city: Cheltenham
Departure location: 6 Bradley Rd
Arrival time: June 4 at 10:20am
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 55m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cheltenham to Gatwick.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $92	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$71 - $269	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $21	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cheltenham to Gatwick

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cheltenham to Gatwick: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$63

Average bus trip duration4h 10m

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure3:05am

Distance95 miles (152 km)

Latest bus departure7:40pm

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National Express

4/529,210 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the timely buses, friendly and helpful drivers, and clean conditions. Overall, they found it a comfortable way to travel. However, some mentioned confusion about needing to change at Heathrow for Gatwick without prior clear instructions but appreciated that another coach was available.

National Express Cheltenham Gatwick recent customer reviews

We arrived fine at Heathrow but left a small case in the hold as we hurried to board our coach to Gatwick. We contacted Nat Express and it's been logged , and I spoke to a very empathetic person who said he would do his best to locate our case. It was the NX444 from Cheltenham 14.15 departure. We're off on a flight tomorrow morning 10.45 South Terminal . If it's located , is there any slim chance it could come on a coach to Gatwick asap tomorrow morning 6th December. Many thanks. R D Roberts

David R.

December 5, 2024

Buses on time. Friendly helpful drivers. Clean buses. All in all a comfortable way to travel

Mary D.

June 19, 2024

Very happy with the service. Only thing which was'nt clear was we had to change at Heathrow to go to Gatwick. Luckily there was another coach to take us but the driver told us we had missed it.

Emma W.

December 4, 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Gatwick?

Stops in Cheltenham

A - Royal Well Bus Station

Stops in Gatwick

A - London Gatwick Airport

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cheltenham - Gatwick

Is there a way to reach Gatwick from Cheltenham without a car?
How long does it take to get to Gatwick from Cheltenham by bus?
What is the distance between Cheltenham and Gatwick?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Cheltenham to Gatwick?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick?

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

Best price found

05/27

$49

05/28

$36

Today

$28

05/30

$34

05/31

$31

06/01

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06/02

$25

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The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick was searched and found on Jun 2, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $95 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-06-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Cheltenham to Gatwick.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cheltenham to Gatwick.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Cheltenham by bus?

Bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick

You can also go to Gatwick by train

Train from Cheltenham to Gatwick

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