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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for plane enthusiasts visiting the Gatwick area.
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
NX422 · NX230
NX422 · NX230
NX460 · NX025
NX460 · NX200
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NX460 · NX025
NX460 · NX210
NX460 · NX230
NX460 · NX025
NX460 · NX025Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $79 (€65).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 28m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€13). The journey takes 3h 28m versus 2h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX460 · NX200 | 2:25 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h05 | 6:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX200 | 2:25 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 6:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX230 | 4:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h50 | 8:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX230 | 4:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h40 | 8:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX210 | 5:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h45 | 8:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX210 | 5:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 8:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 6:20 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h40 | 10:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 6:20 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h50 | 10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX230 | 7:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h50 | 10:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX230 | 7:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h40 | 10:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX210 | 9:05 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 1:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX210 | 9:05 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h45 | 12:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX210 | 11:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h45 | 3:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX210 | 11:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h35 | 2:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 1:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h45 | 5:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 1:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 5:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 3:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h05 | 7:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 3:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h15 | 7:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 5:15 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 9:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 5:15 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h45 | 9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 8:10 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h45 | 11:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX460 · NX025 | On time 8:10 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h35 | 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
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Discover the best of London Gatwick Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London Gatwick Airport trip today.
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for plane enthusiasts visiting the Gatwick area.
Well-regarded local museum and gallery in a historic building, with archaeology, local history, and changing art displays. A pleasant cultural stop within easy reach of Gatwick.
Large open-air industrial heritage museum with transport, crafts, and working exhibits. Worth the trip for visitors interested in Sussex industry and vintage vehicles.
Famous viewpoint and walking area in the Surrey Hills with sweeping scenery and popular trails. A classic outdoor destination within reach of Gatwick.
Celebrated botanical gardens with woodland, formal planting, and seasonal displays. Highly photogenic and increasingly popular for day trips and online sharing.
Large park in Crawley with lakes, woodland walks, gardens, and broad recreational space. One of the best outdoor escapes close to Gatwick.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, grilled tomato, and toast. It is one of Britain’s most iconic meals and a classic start to the day.
Battered white fish served with thick-cut chips, often with mushy peas and tartar sauce. It is a staple British comfort dish strongly associated with everyday eating across England.
Roast meat with potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding. It is a traditional British weekend meal that reflects classic pub and family dining culture.
A traditional British pub near Gatwick known for classic pub fare, cask ales, and a relaxed village atmosphere.
An established airport dining option at Gatwick serving British and international dishes in a polished, modern setting.
A well-known casual restaurant brand at Gatwick offering all-day dining with a broad menu and family-friendly atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than in nearby towns. Fast food is manageable, but sit-down meals and drinks cost more.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if not added. Round up for taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service or coffee.
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London Gatwick Airport Terminal South -> London Victoria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Coventry station (COV) and London Gatwick Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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