London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus

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Cheap bus tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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Cheapest

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

Cheapest
National Express
10:36PM3h09
London Paddington (PAD)
01:45AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
National Express
03:06AM3h54
London Paddington (PAD)
07:00AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
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National Express
06:36AM3h34
London Paddington (PAD)
10:10AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
National Express
09:01PM2h44
London Paddington (PAD)
11:45PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
National Express
05:36AM3h34
London Paddington (PAD)
09:10AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer

London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, October 4
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express12:06AM London Paddington (PAD)2h29 02:35AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express01:06AM London Paddington (PAD)2h29 03:35AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express02:35AM London Paddington (PAD)2h50 05:25AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express03:06AM London Paddington (PAD)3h54 07:00AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express05:36AM London Paddington (PAD)3h34 09:10AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express06:36AM London Paddington (PAD)3h34 10:10AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express09:01PM London Paddington (PAD)2h44 11:45PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express10:36PM London Paddington (PAD)3h09 01:45AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer
National Express11:36PM London Paddington (PAD)2h59 02:35AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 transfer

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Bus times from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Fastest Journey

2 h 29 m

Average

3 h 4 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

40 km

It's difficult to get from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without transferring at least once.

Fastest
National Express
12:06AM2h29
London Paddington (PAD)
02:35AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
National Express
01:06AM2h29
London Paddington (PAD)
03:35AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
National Express
09:01PM2h44
London Paddington (PAD)
11:45PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer
National Express
02:35AM2h50
London Paddington (PAD)
05:25AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$601One-way
1 transfer
National Express
11:36PM2h59
London Paddington (PAD)
02:35AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
$221One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

distanceDistance24 miles (39 km)
durationAverage bus duration1 h 15 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$16 (€13)
changesDirect busNo
carriersBus providersNational Express or Megabus

Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) cover the 24 miles (39 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 15 min with our travel partners like National Express or Megabus. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $9 (€8), but the average price of bus tickets is $16 (€13).

Bus providers: National Express and Megabus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

National Express and Megabus buses will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from $9 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 44 min
  • Cheapest Price: $11

FAQs: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

FAQs: Take the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $16 (€13); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus time is 1 h 15 min   covering the 24 mile (39 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 11: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 10: 36 PM.
Take the London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the journey from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from London Paddington (PAD) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a bus or train.

Trains departing from London Paddington

Distance from London Paddington to city center
Distance from London Paddington to city center
3 miles (4.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
24/7
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow Airport
16 miles (25 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The Heathrow Express departs from the station every 15 minutes and drives directly to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey takes about 20 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located next to the ticket office.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point | Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Lockers
Lockers
Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Dining
Wasabi | The Beer House | Barburrito | Upper Crust | The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers) | The Pasty Shop | Burger King | Pret a Manger | The Savanna | Soboro Bakery | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Virtuo Car Hire | Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near Platform 1.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

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