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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for plane enthusiasts visiting the Gatwick area.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 42 buses that leave London Victoria (VIC) for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Jun 12, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
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NXA2Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport 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 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 9m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 9m by bus vs 1h 21m by car) and save roughly $19 (€16) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $29 (€23)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX403 · NX210 | Delayed 10:00 PM 3:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX403 · NX210 | Delayed 10:00 PM 3:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 6:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 12 | |||||
NX025 | 1:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h05 | 2:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 1:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h15 | 2:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA2 | 1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h15 | 3:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA2 | 1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h05 | 2:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h15 | 3:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h05 | 3:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 3:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 5:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 3:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 5:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 7:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 7:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:59. The fastest bus covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:59 PM |
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Discover the best of London Gatwick Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London Gatwick Airport trip today.
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for plane enthusiasts visiting the Gatwick area.
Well-regarded local museum and gallery in a historic building, with archaeology, local history, and changing art displays. A pleasant cultural stop within easy reach of Gatwick.
Large open-air industrial heritage museum with transport, crafts, and working exhibits. Worth the trip for visitors interested in Sussex industry and vintage vehicles.
Famous viewpoint and walking area in the Surrey Hills with sweeping scenery and popular trails. A classic outdoor destination within reach of Gatwick.
Celebrated botanical gardens with woodland, formal planting, and seasonal displays. Highly photogenic and increasingly popular for day trips and online sharing.
Large park in Crawley with lakes, woodland walks, gardens, and broad recreational space. One of the best outdoor escapes close to Gatwick.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, grilled tomato, and toast. It is one of Britain’s most iconic meals and a classic start to the day.
Battered white fish served with thick-cut chips, often with mushy peas and tartar sauce. It is a staple British comfort dish strongly associated with everyday eating across England.
Roast meat with potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding. It is a traditional British weekend meal that reflects classic pub and family dining culture.
A traditional British pub near Gatwick known for classic pub fare, cask ales, and a relaxed village atmosphere.
An established airport dining option at Gatwick serving British and international dishes in a polished, modern setting.
A well-known casual restaurant brand at Gatwick offering all-day dining with a broad menu and family-friendly atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than in nearby towns. Fast food is manageable, but sit-down meals and drinks cost more.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if not added. Round up for taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service or coffee.
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London Gatwick Airport Terminal South -> London Victoria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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