Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport bus from $15 (€12) with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest price

€50

Average price

€53

Fastest journey

2 h 2 m

Average duration

2 h 3 m

Buses per day

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.

RRRA1 · NX210

12:26PM2h29

Reading, Blagrave Street

02:55PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

€501One-way

1 transfer

RRRA1 · NX210

12:26PM2h19

Reading, Blagrave Street

02:45PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North

€501One-way

1 transfer

RRRA1 · NX201

05:27AM2h13

Reading, Blagrave Street

07:40AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North

€501One-way

1 transfer

RRRA1 · NX201

07:27AM2h23

Reading, Blagrave Street

09:50AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North

€501One-way

1 transfer

RRRA1 · NX201

05:27AM2h23

Reading, Blagrave Street

07:50AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South

€501One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €20.

Distance: 39 miles (64 km)

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Bus	Most popular Train
€48 Average price	€32 Average price Cheapest
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:20AM	Arrival Time 05:35AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:40AM	Arrival Time 06:20AM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:20AM	Arrival Time 06:50AM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price €53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:55AM	Arrival Time 07:10AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:25AM	Arrival Time 07:50AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Wed, Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:27AM	Arrival Time 07:40AM	Duration 2h13	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:55AM	Arrival Time 08:20AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Wed, Sat	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:57AM	Arrival Time 08:30AM	Duration 2h33	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:25AM	Arrival Time 08:50AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:27AM	Arrival Time 08:40AM	Duration 2h13	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:45AM	Arrival Time 09:15AM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:55AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:57AM	Arrival Time 09:00AM	Duration 2h03	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:22AM	Arrival Time 10:00AM	Duration 2h38	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:25AM	Arrival Time 09:50AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:27AM	Arrival Time 09:50AM	Duration 2h23	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:41AM	Arrival Time 10:20AM	Duration 2h39	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:45AM	Arrival Time 10:00AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:57AM	Arrival Time 10:00AM	Duration 2h03	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:21AM	Arrival Time 10:50AM	Duration 2h29	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:25AM	Arrival Time 10:40AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:57AM	Arrival Time 11:15AM	Duration 2h18	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:05AM	Arrival Time 11:50AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Wed, Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:44AM	Arrival Time 12:15PM	Duration 2h31	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:45AM	Arrival Time 12:15PM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:57AM	Arrival Time 12:05PM	Duration 2h08	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:23AM	Arrival Time 01:05PM	Duration 2h42	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:25AM	Arrival Time 01:15PM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:56AM	Arrival Time 01:15PM	Duration 2h19	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:03AM	Arrival Time 01:35PM	Duration 2h32	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:05AM	Arrival Time 01:25PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €57
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:43AM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 2h32	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45AM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:56AM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 2h19	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:23PM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 2h32	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:25PM	Arrival Time 02:45PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:26PM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 2h29	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:56PM	Arrival Time 03:10PM	Duration 2h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:03PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 2h17	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:05PM	Arrival Time 03:10PM	Duration 2h05	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:43PM	Arrival Time 04:05PM	Duration 2h22	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:45PM	Arrival Time 04:05PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €55
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:56PM	Arrival Time 04:05PM	Duration 2h09	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €55
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:23PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 2h42	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:56PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 2h09	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:05PM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €57
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:43PM	Arrival Time 06:15PM	Duration 2h32	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:44PM	Arrival Time 06:05PM	Duration 2h21	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:56PM	Arrival Time 06:20PM	Duration 2h24	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:20PM	Arrival Time 06:45PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:23PM	Arrival Time 06:40PM	Duration 2h17	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:26PM	Arrival Time 06:40PM	Duration 2h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:00PM	Arrival Time 07:40PM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €53
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:43PM	Arrival Time 08:20PM	Duration 2h37	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:49PM	Arrival Time 08:00PM	Duration 2h11	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:56PM	Arrival Time 08:10PM	Duration 2h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:20PM	Arrival Time 08:30PM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:26PM	Arrival Time 08:40PM	Duration 2h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:31PM	Arrival Time 09:00PM	Duration 2h29	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:50PM	Arrival Time 09:10PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:56PM	Arrival Time 09:10PM	Duration 2h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:01PM	Arrival Time 09:10PM	Duration 2h09	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:31PM	Arrival Time 10:40PM	Duration 3h09	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price €52
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:23PM	Arrival Time 10:30PM	Duration 2h07	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price €49
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:26PM	Arrival Time 10:40PM	Duration 2h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price €55
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:03PM	Arrival Time 11:05PM	Duration 2h02	Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price €51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:03PM	Arrival Time 01:45AM	Duration 2h42	Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price €52

Live departures

Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:41 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
RRRA1 · NX201	On time 1:43 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h22	4:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX201	On time 1:43 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h12	3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 2:23 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h42	5:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 2:23 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h52	5:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX230	3:43 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h32	6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX230	3:43 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h22	6:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	4:23 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h17	6:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	4:23 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h27	6:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 5:49 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h11	8:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 5:49 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h21	8:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	6:20 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h10	8:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	6:20 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h20	8:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 6:50 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h20	9:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 6:50 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h10	9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 8:23 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h07	10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 8:23 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h17	10:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h02	11:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h12	11:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h42	1:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h52	1:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	Delayed 7:57 AM 3:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h15	5:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	Delayed 7:57 AM 3:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h05	9:05 AM 9:05 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	Delayed 7:57 AM 3:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h15	5:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	Delayed 7:57 AM 3:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h05	5:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	Delayed 7:57 AM 3:40 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h40	2:25 PM 2:25 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	Delayed 7:57 AM 3:40 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h50	6:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	Delayed 7:57 AM 4:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h30	6:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	Delayed 7:57 AM 4:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h40	7:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	Delayed 7:57 AM 4:55 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h15	7:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	Delayed 7:57 AM 4:55 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h05	9:05 AM 9:05 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX201	Delayed 7:57 AM 5:27 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h13	7:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX201	Delayed 7:57 AM 5:27 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h23	7:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	Delayed 7:57 AM 5:57 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h33	8:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	Delayed 7:57 AM 5:57 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h23	2:25 PM 2:25 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX230	Delayed 7:57 AM 6:27 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h13	8:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX230	Delayed 7:57 AM 6:27 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h23	8:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	Delayed 7:57 AM 6:57 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h03	9:05 AM 9:05 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	Delayed 7:57 AM 6:57 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h13	9:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX201	Delayed 7:57 AM 7:27 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h23	9:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX201	Delayed 7:57 AM 7:27 AMReading, Blagrave Street	2h33	10:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 7:57 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h03	10:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 7:57 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h13	10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 8:57 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h18	11:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 8:57 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h08	11:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 9:57 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h08	12:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 9:57 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h18	12:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 10:56 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h19	1:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 10:56 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h09	1:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 11:56 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h19	2:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 11:56 AM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h09	2:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX230	On time 12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h19	2:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	On time 12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h29	2:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX230	On time 12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h29	2:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	On time 12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h19	2:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 12:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	3:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 12:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h24	3:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 1:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h09	4:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 1:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h19	4:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 2:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h09	5:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 2:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h19	5:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 3:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h24	6:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 3:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	On time 4:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	6:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	On time 4:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h24	6:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 5:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	8:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 5:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h04	8:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	On time 6:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	8:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX210	On time 6:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h04	8:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 6:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	9:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 6:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h04	9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 8:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h14	10:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 8:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h04	10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	On time 9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h02	11:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX200	On time 9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h12	11:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h42	1:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North	1 transfer
RRRA1 · NX025	On time 11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street	2h52	1:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

United Kingdom

Buses from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 54 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.

The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 23:03. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 52m.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $15 (€12)

Distance

39 miles (64 km)

Average bus duration

1h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$25 (€20)

Buses per day

Fastest bus

1h 52m

First bus

03:55

Last bus

23:03

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $15 (€12)

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, RailAir from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Megabus, RailAir for as low as $15 (€12). 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

2h 2m

Cheapest Price

$60 (€48)

National Express frequency

56 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

3h 15m

Cheapest Price

$27 (€21)

Megabus frequency

10 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.

RailAir

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 50m

RailAir frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) 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.

Cheap bus tickets from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $37 (€30) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $76 (€61); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus travel time is 1 h 43 min for the 40 mile (64 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 2: 49AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 11: 09PM.

There are 61 buses a day from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

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

A day trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Reading station (RDG) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by bus is January.

You have options as you can travel from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 2 different ways: train or bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for bus company National Express.

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

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) depends on the bus company:

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- 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):

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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express.

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Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Can I book my seat for the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Are there USB plugs on board the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Is there WiFi on board the bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

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