Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport bus from $12 (€10) with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$33

Fastest journey

3 h 50 m

Average duration

3 h 53 m

Buses per day

Distance

176 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast buses

Of the 83 buses that leave Leicester station (LEI) for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Nov 07, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus

06:25AM4h30

Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

10:55AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

$171One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

05:25PM4h05

Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

09:30PMHorley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

$171One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

01:40PM4h00

Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

05:40PMHorley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

$171One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

03:45PM3h50

Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)

07:35PMHorley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

$171One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

06:50AM4h05

Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)

10:55AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

$171One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 109 miles (176 km)

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Bus	Most popular Train
€21 Average price Cheapest	€66 Average price
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:40AM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 4h20	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:00AM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 4h00	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:45AM	Arrival Time 06:20AM	Duration 4h35	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $61
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:25AM	Arrival Time 06:45AM	Duration 4h20	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:30AM	Arrival Time 07:15AM	Duration 4h45	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $27
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:45AM	Arrival Time 06:45AM	Duration 4h00	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:20AM	Arrival Time 08:20AM	Duration 5h00	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $61
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:45AM	Arrival Time 08:35AM	Duration 4h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $32
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:15AM	Arrival Time 08:45AM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:35AM	Arrival Time 08:45AM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:55AM	Arrival Time 10:40AM	Duration 4h45	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $32
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:00AM	Arrival Time 12:15PM	Duration 6h15	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $31
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:10AM	Arrival Time 12:05PM	Duration 5h55	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:25AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:45AM	Arrival Time 01:05PM	Duration 6h20	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:50AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:25AM	Arrival Time 12:35PM	Duration 5h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $82
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:15AM	Arrival Time 02:05PM	Duration 5h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:20AM	Arrival Time 01:00PM	Duration 4h40	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:45AM	Arrival Time 12:50PM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:20AM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 4h35	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $32
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:25AM	Arrival Time 03:10PM	Duration 5h45	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:10AM	Arrival Time 02:45PM	Duration 4h35	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $36
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:30AM	Arrival Time 03:15PM	Duration 4h45	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:40AM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 5h15	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $82
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:55AM	Arrival Time 03:05PM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:15AM	Arrival Time 05:35PM	Duration 6h20	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $31
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:25AM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 6h00	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:10PM	Arrival Time 06:35PM	Duration 6h25	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:10PM	Arrival Time 06:15PM	Duration 5h05	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 07:30PM	Duration 5h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 05:40PM	Duration 4h00	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:50PM	Arrival Time 07:30PM	Duration 5h40	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $73
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:10PM	Arrival Time 08:10PM	Duration 6h00	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $31
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:55PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 4h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $71
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 09:10PM	Duration 6h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $26
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:10PM	Arrival Time 09:00PM	Duration 5h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $31
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:20PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 4h25	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:40PM	Arrival Time 10:30PM	Duration 6h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:45PM	Arrival Time 07:35PM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:40PM	Arrival Time 09:10PM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $20
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:25PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $17
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:45PM	Arrival Time 11:55PM	Duration 6h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $29
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:55PM	Arrival Time 11:45PM	Duration 5h50	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:15PM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 5h40	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:30PM	Arrival Time 02:45AM	Duration 5h15	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $31
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45PM	Arrival Time 04:15AM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $71

Live departures

Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:59 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
	3:40 PM Leicester station (LEI)	4h30	8:10 PM London Gatwick Airport	0 transfersDirect
	4:45 PM Leicester station (LEI)	6h10	10:55 PM London Gatwick Airport	0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 7
FlixBus	12:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h20	5:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h10	4:50 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h00	5:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	3h50	4:50 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · NX200	1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h35	6:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX230 · NX200	1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h45	6:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
FlixBus	2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h20	6:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h10	6:35 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX230	2:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h45	7:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	0 transfersDirect
NX230	2:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h55	7:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h00	6:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	3h50	6:35 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX240 · NX200	3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h00	8:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX240 · NX200	3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h10	8:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
NX230	3:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h50	8:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	0 transfersDirect
NX230	3:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h00	8:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h30	8:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h20	8:35 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h10	8:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h00	8:35 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX230	5:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h45	10:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	0 transfersDirect
NX230	5:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h55	10:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX025	On time 6:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	6h15	12:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
NX440 · NX025	6:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	6h05	12:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX440 · NX025	6:10 AM Leicester, Braunstone	5h55	12:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
FlixBus	6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h30	10:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h20	10:45 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX025	6:45 AM Leicester, Braunstone	6h20	1:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
FlixBus	6:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h05	10:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	3h55	10:45 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · NX200	7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h10	12:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
NX230 · NX200	7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h00	12:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX440 · NX025	8:15 AM Leicester, Braunstone	5h50	2:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
FlixBus	8:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h40	1:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h30	12:50 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h05	12:50 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h15	1:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
NX230	9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h35	1:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
NX230	9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h25	1:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX025	9:25 AM Leicester, Braunstone	5h45	3:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX230	10:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h35	2:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	0 transfersDirect
NX230	10:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h45	2:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h45	3:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h35	3:05 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
NX240 · NX201	On time 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h15	3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX240 · NX201	On time 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h25	4:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
FlixBus	10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h10	3:05 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	4h20	3:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX025	On time 11:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	6h20	5:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
NX440 · NX025	11:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	6h10	5:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX440 · NX025	11:25 AM Leicester, Braunstone	6h00	5:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX440 · NX025	12:10 PM Leicester, Braunstone	6h25	6:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX230	1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h05	6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
NX230	1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h55	6:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h00	5:40 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	4h10	5:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX025	1:40 PM Leicester, Braunstone	5h50	7:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX230 · NX025	1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h40	7:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
NX230 · NX025	1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	5h50	7:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport

United Kingdom

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

109 miles (176 km)

Average bus duration

4h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

$12 (€10)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

4h 5m

First bus

02:25

Last bus

22:45

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices

Budget Options: Train tickets from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $26 (€21) depending on the train type and class.

Journey Duration & Frequency

On average there are 49 daily trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport with 22 direct service.
The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 5m but the average duration is 4h 10m

Train Operators

Travel from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus
The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.

Stations & Schedule

First train typically departs at 02:25 AM and the last at 10:45 PM

Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Learn more about FlixBus

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 5m

Cheapest Price

$11 (€9)

FlixBus frequency

14 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.

Learn more about National Express

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 20m

Cheapest Price

$19 (€16)

National Express frequency

44 a day

Luggage included

Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Additional luggage

10€ per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Bikes

Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About

Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 30m

Cheapest Price

$60 (€49)

Megabus frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.

Refund

If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.

Pregnant on board

Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.

Unaccompagned minor

Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.

Seat reservation

Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) 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.

Cheap bus tickets from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $39 (€31); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus travel time is 4 h 15 min for the 109 mile (176 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 3: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 11: 45PM.

There are 15 buses a day from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the best Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Leicester station (LEI) to compare what amenities they may offer.

A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Leicester station (LEI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester station (LEI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for bus company National Express.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) depends on the bus company:

National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):

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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):

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- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leicester station (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express.

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