London Gatwick Airport to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 05

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$18

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Buses per day

56

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London 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 London will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast buses

Of the 56 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for London on Fri, Dec 05, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 05 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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 ExpressNX025
09:45PM2h14
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
11:59PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$81One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
09:30PM2h29
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
11:59PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$81One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
07:10PM2h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
09:40PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$91One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
08:20PM2h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
10:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$91One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
06:15PM2h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
08:35PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$91One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 24 miles (39 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€10

Average price

Cheapest

€17

Average price

2h 8m

Average total duration

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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London Gatwick Airport to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:35AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:25AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:55AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:35AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:40AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:40AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
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
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:10AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:55AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:25AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:55AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:55PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
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
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:05PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:55PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:10PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:35PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:25PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
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
Everyday
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
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
01:50AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45PM
Arrival Time
01:50AM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London buses for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:29 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX025
Delayed
7:15 AM 6:25 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h05
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
6:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h45
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
6:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h30
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_expressNX210 · NX035
Delayed
11:20 AM 7:45 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h05
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX0358:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h50
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_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_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 · NX444
On time
3:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h15
6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX444
On time
3:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h05
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 · NX030
On time
4:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h20
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX030
Delayed
6:25 PM 4:15 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h05
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025
On time
4:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h50
7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
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
6:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
2h55
9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX032
On time
6:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h45
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
Friday, December 5
national_expressNX209
On time
1:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1h15
2:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2091:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
2:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
5:30 AM 3:50 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h00
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
5:30 AM 4:55 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h25
7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
5:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h30
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · NX444
On time
6:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h40
9:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025
On time
6:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h50
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
7:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h40
10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
9:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
12:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
1:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
2:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
3:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h30
5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h35
6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
5:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h35
7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h20
8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
7:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h15
9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
8:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h15
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
9:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h14
11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h05
12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
2h05
1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to London

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to London run on average 66 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 52 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 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
24 miles (39 km)
Average bus duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€6)
Buses per day
66
Direct buses
52
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
00:00
Last bus
22:45
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Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London Gatwick Airport to LondonYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 5m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
National Express frequency
51 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
63 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 London

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

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London can start from as little as $10 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London is $18 (€15); 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 (LGW) to London is 1 h 30 min   to travel the 24 mile (38 km) long journey, with around there are 107 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London leaves at 3: 35AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, there are 93 direct buses a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London bus with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the journey to London from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to London from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London by bus is August.
You have options as you can travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in London are:
  • The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
  • The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
  • Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
  • The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
  • St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
The best things to do in London include:
  • The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
  • West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
  • Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
  • Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
  • Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
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 London 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 London, 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.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London:
    • 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 London:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London with the following bus company: National Express.

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    Popular bus stations from London Gatwick Airport to London

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    Distance to city center
    1 km
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    Car connection
    Northway
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    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
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    Dining
    • Starbucks (in the station)
    • Wagamama (in the station).
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    Taxis
    • Available outside the terminal on the ground floor.
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    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps, assistance
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    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
    • Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
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    • 00:00-23:59
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    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Gatwick Airport South Terminal Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Starbucks (in the station)
    • Wagamama (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    • Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
    London, Golders Green StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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    WifiWifi
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    DiningDining
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    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
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    Distance to city center
    8 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Golders Green Rd
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • McDonald's (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for London, Golders Green Station
    • Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
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