London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

Showing times and prices for Jul 01

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$23

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 54 m

Buses per day

33

Distance

34 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) 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 Clapham Junction (CLJ) will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast buses

Of the 33 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Clapham Junction (CLJ) on Wed, Jul 01, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 01 the direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest buses will take 2 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.

  • National ExpressNXA2
    4:35 AM1h20
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    5:55 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX025
    10:30 PM2h20
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    12:50 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX025
    7:10 PM2h30
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    9:40 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX025
    8:20 PM2h30
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    10:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX025
    1:55 PM2h35
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $9.

Distance: 21 miles (34 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$9

Average price

Cheapest

$17

Average price

$29

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 53m

Average total duration

1h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

Most popular bus company

Southern

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ):

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) costing on average $17 (€14).

The fastest way to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Clapham Junction (CLJ) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and Clapham Junction (CLJ) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $29 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 11m 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 National Express, Megabus, 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.

London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:35AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:35AM
Arrival Time
05:55AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:45AM
Arrival Time
05:55AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:25AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:55AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:40AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:05AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:40AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:55AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:55AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:40PM
Arrival Time
02:05PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:50PM
Arrival Time
02:05PM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:55PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:40PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:50PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:55PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:55PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:25PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:05PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:25PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:20PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
11:59PM
Duration
2h29
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:45PM
Arrival Time
11:59PM
Duration
2h14
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:45PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:10PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
01:50AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45PM
Arrival Time
01:50AM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$10

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX2091:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h15
2:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
2:50 AM 3:35 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h15
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNXA2
On time
4:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h20
5:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
4:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h40
7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
5:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h45
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX201 · NX032
On time
5:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX201 · NX0355:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
6:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h05
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX032
On time
7:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h15
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
7:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h55
10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX200 · NX0357:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX201 · NX0357:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
8:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX0309:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h20
12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX230 · NX0309:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h20
12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
9:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
10:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX410
On time
11:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
2:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
11:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
12:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
1:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
2:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h45
5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX401
On time
3:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h00
6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
3:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h50
6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX201 · NX0304:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h20
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
6:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h35
8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX032
On time
6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX201 · NX032
On time
6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h10
9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025
On time
7:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h30
9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
8:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h30
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
9:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h29
11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h20
12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
11:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h20
1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ).
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 15m.

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
21 miles (34 km)
Average bus duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
20
Direct buses
15
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
12:00 AM
Last bus
11:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
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, Megabus, FlixBus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $5 (€4). 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
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
FlixBus frequency
9 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
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€5)
National Express frequency
18 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
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€12)
Megabus frequency
2 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 London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

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

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is $9 (€7) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is 1h 15m to travel the 21 miles (34 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) leaves at 12:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 15 direct buses a day from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ), you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Clapham Junction (CLJ). You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and Clapham Junction (CLJ) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Clapham Junction (CLJ) from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and Clapham Junction (CLJ) including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ):
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) for bus company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ):
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ):
  • 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Since neither London Gatwick Airport nor Clapham Junction (CLJ) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction (CLJ) among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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