How much does a bus ticket from Reading to London Gatwick Airport cost?

The bus ticket price from Reading to London Gatwick Airport starts at $11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Reading to London Gatwick Airport is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Reading to London Gatwick Airport?

The average travel time between Reading and London Gatwick Airport is around 3h 2m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Reading and London Gatwick Airport?

The number of buses from Reading to London Gatwick Airport can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Reading to London Gatwick Airport by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to London Gatwick Airport?

Buses traveling between Reading and London Gatwick Airport leave from Mereoak P&R or Reading and arrive at Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal, Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal.

Reading to London Gatwick Airport Bus Tickets

TodayMay 21

from $15

TomorrowMay 22

FriMay 23

from $29

SatMay 24

from $22

SunMay 25

MonMay 26

TueMay 27

WedMay 28

from $29

Cheap buses leaving Friday

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 23 at 4:30pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Mereoak P&R
Arrival time: May 23 at 9:00pm
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 30m
Departure time: May 23 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Mereoak P&R
Arrival time: May 23 at 7:30pm
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 15m
Departure time: May 23 at 5:50pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Mereoak P&R
Arrival time: May 23 at 10:30pm
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 40m
Departure time: May 23 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Mereoak P&R
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:10pm
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 55m
Departure time: May 23 at 4:30pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Mereoak P&R
Arrival time: May 23 at 10:30pm
Destination city: Gatwick
Destination location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h

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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to London Gatwick Airport.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $38	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$16 - $86	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $11	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Reading to London Gatwick Airport

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London Gatwick Airport. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

$11Cheapest ticket

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Official partners

National Express

4/529,193 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 27 reviews, National Express was rated 2.9 stars for this trip. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $26.00, with the trip lasting on average 5h.

National Express Reading Gatwick recent customer reviews

Finding your bus stop in Calcot opposite the lay-by really needs to be signposted or have some sort of recognition for national express! It was very difficult to find especially at an early hour of the morning.

Laura B.

December 1, 2019

When contacted, none of the three national express staff I had interactions with could tell me the correct stop location for reading as when I caught the bus I was told to wait in the wrong location, meaning that I ended running after my bus.

Miranda S.

October 21, 2019

Driver a very nice man, went out of the way to get me when my cab was late, very thoughtful.

Tessa L.

March 11, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,696 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Reading RailAir

4.5/584 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.1

Megabus UK

3.5/54,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4164 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $28.00

Megabus Reading Gatwick recent customer reviews

Nice clean service. Friendly staff. Ran a little late, which wasn't a problem for me

Hilary C.

May 7, 2024

No wifi. Bus LATE, then bus driver rude and swearing / honking at other road users

Felicty M.

May 12, 2023

Great Western Railway

4/541 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4.5

BlaBlaCar

Companies in United Kingdom:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain

Reading to London Gatwick Airport Train, Bus and Carpool

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Reading - Gatwick

How much does a bus ticket from Reading to London Gatwick Airport cost?
How long is the bus ride from Reading to London Gatwick Airport?
How many daily bus connections are there between Reading and London Gatwick Airport?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to London Gatwick Airport?

Where are the popular stations and stops in Reading and London Gatwick Airport?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Reading

C - Bath Road

Stops in Gatwick

A - Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal

B - Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal

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Reading to London Gatwick Airport Train, Bus and Carpool

Frequently asked questions for your trip Reading - Gatwick

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How long is the bus ride from Reading to London Gatwick Airport?

How many daily bus connections are there between Reading and London Gatwick Airport?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to London Gatwick Airport?

Where are the popular stations and stops in Reading and London Gatwick Airport?

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