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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
8 h 45 m
Buses on 17 Sept
3
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford 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 Bradford to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 buses from Bradford to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 312 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.
17:208h25Bradford1:45London Gatwick Airport£161One-way0 changes- 7:059h10Bradford16:15London Gatwick Airport£221One-way0 changes
22:598h41Bradford7:40London Gatwick Airport£231One-way0 changes
- 17:208h25Bradford1:45London Gatwick Airport£161One-way0 changes
- 22:598h41Bradford7:40London Gatwick Airport£231One-way0 changes
- 7:059h10Bradford16:15London Gatwick Airport£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bradford to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 312 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m 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 Bradford to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £77.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 17m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £43. The journey takes 7h 17m versus 4h 24m 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 FlixBus.
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.
Live departures
Bradford to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to London Gatwick Airport coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:05 Bradford | 9h10 | 16:15 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:20 Bradford | 8h25 | 1:45 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bradford to London Gatwick Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 312 km distance in 7h 51m.
Distance 312 km |
Average bus duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 51m |
First bus 6:05 |
Last bus 22:59 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bradford to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Bradford to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bradford to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and London Gatwick Airport
Most Bradford to London Gatwick Airport buses use the Bradford, Interchange Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and London Gatwick Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bradford, Interchange Station from Bradford city centre
Bradford, Interchange Station bus station facilities and services
Bradford, Interchange Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A small café and fast-food outlet are available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi is provided throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are available next to the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford, Interchange Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford, Interchange Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford, Interchange Station: The station is fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
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