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Compare bus and train for Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 23m.
You'll arrive about -1h -19m sooner (1h 12m by bus vs 53m by car) and save roughly €-7.72 compared to fuel and tolls (€20 vs €12). 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 Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Oxford Bus Company.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Compare prices and tickets Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by bus or train
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Why should you book Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, FlixBus, Metroline Travel or Oxford Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- 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 Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, FlixBus, Metroline Travel or Oxford Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Buses from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 99 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 98 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:37, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 99 |
Direct buses 98 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:37 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Metroline Travel, Oxford Bus Company, Arriva UK from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW)You can travel by bus between Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Metroline Travel, Oxford Bus Company, Arriva UK for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford, Heathrow Central Bus Station to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
