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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to London

Showing times and prices for Mar 05

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 22 m

Buses per day

60

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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast buses

Of the 60 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for London on Thu, Mar 05, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Mar 05 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express

NX025

09:30PM2h29

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

11:59PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$81One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX025

07:10PM2h30

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

09:40PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$91One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX025

08:20PM2h30

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

10:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$91One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX025

06:00PM2h35

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

08:35PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$91One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX025

10:30PM2h20

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

12:50AMLondon, 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 $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $14.

Distance: 24 miles (39 km)

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$10 Average price Cheapest	$21 Average price
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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London Gatwick Airport to London Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:00AM	Arrival Time 02:15AM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:10AM	Arrival Time 02:15AM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:35AM	Arrival Time 05:50AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:50AM	Arrival Time 05:50AM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:35AM	Arrival Time 05:55AM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:40AM	Arrival Time 07:20AM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:45AM	Arrival Time 05:55AM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:55AM	Arrival Time 07:20AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:10AM	Arrival Time 07:20AM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:25AM	Arrival Time 08:10AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:40AM	Arrival Time 08:10AM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:50AM	Arrival Time 08:50AM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Tue, Thu	Cheapest price $33
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:55AM	Arrival Time 08:20AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:10AM	Arrival Time 08:20AM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:25AM	Arrival Time 09:30AM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:30AM	Arrival Time 09:20AM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $45
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:35AM	Arrival Time 10:20AM	Duration 3h45	Departure days Tue, Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:40AM	Arrival Time 09:30AM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:50AM	Arrival Time 10:20AM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Tue, Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:55AM	Arrival Time 09:30AM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
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, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:40AM	Arrival Time 10:50AM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Fri	Cheapest price $38
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:45AM	Arrival Time 11:20AM	Duration 3h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $38
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:50AM	Arrival Time 10:30AM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:55AM	Arrival Time 10:30AM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:00AM	Arrival Time 11:20AM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $35
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 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:10AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	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 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:10AM	Arrival Time 12:30PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:55AM	Arrival Time 01:30PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:10AM	Arrival Time 01:30PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:55AM	Arrival Time 02:30PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:10PM	Arrival Time 02:30PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:15PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $46
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:20PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $48
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:25PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $42
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:30PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $43
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:55PM	Arrival Time 03:30PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:10PM	Arrival Time 03:30PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:55PM	Arrival Time 04:30PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:10PM	Arrival Time 04:30PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:45PM	Arrival Time 05:30PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:55PM	Arrival Time 05:30PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 05:30PM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:05PM	Arrival Time 06:20PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu	Cheapest price $46
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 Mon, Tue, Thu	Cheapest price $44
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:20PM	Arrival Time 06:20PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $43
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:40PM	Arrival Time 06:30PM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:50PM	Arrival Time 06:50PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Mon, Fri	Cheapest price $45
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:55PM	Arrival Time 06:30PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 07:20PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:05PM	Arrival Time 06:50PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Fri	Cheapest price $45
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 07:20PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:55PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:10PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
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 $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:25PM	Arrival Time 09:20PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $35
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:35PM	Arrival Time 09:20PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $35
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:10PM	Arrival Time 09:40PM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $8
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:25PM	Arrival Time 09:40PM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
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 $10
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 $10
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 $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:30PM	Arrival Time 01:50AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $8
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, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 5:30 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
NX025	Delayed 11:45 PM 5:10 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h35	7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 11:45 PM 6:15 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 11:45 PM 7:25 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h15	9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 11:45 PM 8:35 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h15	10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 11:45 PM 9:45 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h14	11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 11:45 PM 10:45 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h05	12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h05	1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, March 5
NX209	1:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1h15	2:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX209	1:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1h05	2:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 3:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h15	5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 3:50 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h00	5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA2	4:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1h20	5:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 4:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h40	7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA2	4:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1h10	5:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 4:55 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h25	7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 5:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h45	8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX201 · NX035	Delayed 4:00 PM 5:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h10	8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX201 · NX032	Delayed 4:00 PM 5:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h10	1:10 PM 1:10 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 5:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h30	8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX201 · NX035	On time 5:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	3h00	8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX201 · NX032	Delayed 5:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	3h00	1:10 PM 1:10 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	On time 6:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h05	9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · NX032	Delayed 6:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h45	1:10 PM 1:10 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 6:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h50	9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · NX032	Delayed 6:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	3h30	1:10 PM 1:10 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	On time 7:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h55	10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX210 · NX035	On time 7:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h05	10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 7:50 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h40	10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX210 · NX035	On time 8:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h50	10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	On time 8:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 9:10 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 9:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 10:10 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 10:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 11:10 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 11:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	Delayed 1:10 PM 12:10 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 12:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 1:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 1:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 2:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 2:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h45	5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 3:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h30	5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX210 · NX504	3:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h15	6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX210 · NX444	3:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h15	6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX210 · NX504	On time 3:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	3h05	6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX210 · NX444	On time 3:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	3h05	6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	On time 3:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h50	6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h35	6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX201 · NX030	On time 4:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	3h20	7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX201 · NX030	4:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	3h05	7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
NX025	On time 4:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h50	7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 5:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h35	7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 6:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h35	8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h20	8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 7:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h30	9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 7:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h15	9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 8:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h30	10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 8:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h15	10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 9:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h29	11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 9:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h14	11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h20	12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 10:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	2h05	12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	On time 11:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	2h20	1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025	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

United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Buses from London Gatwick Airport to London run on average 52 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 38 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 1h 30m.

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 24m

Cheapest ticket price

$8 (€6)

Buses per day

52

Direct buses

38

Fastest bus

1h 30m

First bus

04:55

Last bus

23:45

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 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 30m

Cheapest Price

$8 (€6)

National Express frequency

2 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.

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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 to London can start from as little as $8 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to London is $10 (€8) ; 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 London is 1h 30m to travel the 24 miles (39 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 London leaves at 4:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from London Gatwick Airport to London leaves at 11:45 PM.

Yes, there are 38 direct buses a day from London Gatwick Airport to London with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

When taking a bus from London Gatwick Airport to London, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A day trip to London from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to London is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and London including taking a train and bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport to London:

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.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to London for bus company National Express, Megabus.

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.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London 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.

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

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 London.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London:

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.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London:

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.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to London.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to London with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to London with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport to London with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus.

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