London Gatwick Airport to Bath bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Bath

Showing times and prices for Nov 28

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$38

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 57 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bath will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Bath on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.

FlixBus
06:35PM5h20
London Gatwick Airport
11:55PMBath
$291One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
02:25PM5h20
London Gatwick Airport
07:45PMBath
$331One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:10PM4h10
London Gatwick Airport
12:20AMBath
$521One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 95 miles (154 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Ferry

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€66

Average price

€22

Average price

4h 14m

Average total duration

3h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

Direct Options

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Direct Options

London Gatwick Airport to Bath Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:20AM
Arrival Time
10:15AM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
10:15AM
Duration
4h45
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:55AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
5h45
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
5h35
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:40AM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
02:45PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
02:45PM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:55PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
07:05PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
07:05PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:25PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
5h00
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:05PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25PM
Arrival Time
10:25PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:35PM
Arrival Time
10:25PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
11:40PM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
11:40PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:25PM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:45PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:55PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
01:20AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:20PM
Arrival Time
01:20AM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
10h40
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45PM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
10h25
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$30

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Bath bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bath buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 11:00 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
5h10
8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:25 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
5h00
8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
5h25
11:30 PM Bath, Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
5h15
11:30 PM Bath, Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX403
On time
6:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
10:25 PM Bath, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX4036:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
10:25 PM Bath, Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX403
On time
8:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
12:50 AM Bath, Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX4038:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h55
12:50 AM Bath, Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bath

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Bath run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 4h 45m.

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
95 miles (154 km)
Average bus duration
3h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
$17 (€14)
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
4h 45m
First bus
04:30
Last bus
22:30
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

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Gatwick Airport to BathYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Bath with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $17 (€14). 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
FlixBus frequency
7 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€15)
National Express frequency
13 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.

FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bath

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath can start from as little as $19 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath is $49 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath bus travel time is 3 h 35 min   for the 95 mile (153 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath leaves at 5: 20AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath leaves at 11: 45PM.
There are 15 buses a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to Bath from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Bath from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bath are:
  • The Roman Baths, an ancient bathing complex and one of the best-preserved Roman sites in the world
  • Bath Abbey, a stunning Gothic church known for its fan vaulting and historical significance
  • The Royal Crescent, a sweeping crescent-shaped row of Georgian townhouses offering iconic architecture
  • Pulteney Bridge, a picturesque bridge lined with shops and offering views of the River Avon
  • The Jane Austen Centre, a museum dedicated to the famous author’s life and works in Bath.
The best things to do in Bath include:
  • Thermae Bath Spa, a modern spa facility with natural thermal waters and rooftop pool views
  • Explore the vibrant stalls and local produce at Bath Farmers' Market
  • Enjoy a scenic walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal
  • Visit the Fashion Museum to explore historical and contemporary dress
  • Take a boat trip on the River Avon for a unique perspective of the city.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath 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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath:
    • National Express
      • 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bath with the following bus company: National Express.

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    Popular bus stations from London Gatwick Airport to Bath

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    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
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    Car connection
    Southgate Street
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    • Free Wi-Fi
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    • Café and fast food options (in the station).
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    • Available outside the station.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
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    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for Bath, Bus Station
    • Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
    Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road
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