The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for London Gatwick Airport on Thu, Aug 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m 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.
3:25 PM9h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:55 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$221One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM8h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:50 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$341One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM8h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:40 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$351One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM6h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:40 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$381One-way0 transfers
7:15 PM6h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:45 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$571One-way0 transfers
7:15 PM6h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:45 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$571One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM6h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:40 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$381One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM8h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:50 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$341One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM8h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:40 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$351One-way0 transfers
3:25 PM9h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:55 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $91.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:58AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 9h57 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:18AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 10h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:28AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 9h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 9h20 | 9:40 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 9h30 | 12:55 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h30 | 1:45 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 8h15 | 7:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 8h05 | 7:50 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 but you can travel from only $19 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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