Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 50 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 154 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £69 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport:
A ferry is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £30.
A ferry is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £42.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Coach takes on average 3h 42m.
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 3h 42m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 5h05 | 16:50 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h55 | 18:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 5h00 | 20:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:15 Bath Spa (BTH) | 5h40 | 0:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 6:35 |
Last bus 19:15 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath Spa (BTH) to London Gatwick Airport by coach. 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 coach, 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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