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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Showing times and prices for 20 Jun
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
43 m
Buses per day
57
Distance
37 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton station (BTN) 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 Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
Of the 57 buses that leave Brighton station (BTN) for London Gatwick Airport every day 57 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
FlixBus13:450h50Brighton station (BTN)14:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes- FlixBus18:150h45Brighton station (BTN)19:00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:450h50Brighton station (BTN)12:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:550h40Brighton station (BTN)5:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:050h40Brighton station (BTN)3:45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:550h40Brighton station (BTN)5:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:050h40Brighton station (BTN)3:45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:150h45Brighton station (BTN)19:00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:150h45Brighton station (BTN)9:00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:050h45Brighton station (BTN)16:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 37 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX025 | Delayed 8:05 8:05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 11:05 11:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 12:02 8:12Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 11:05 11:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 9:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 11:05 11:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 12:02 9:12Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 11:05 11:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 10:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 11:05 11:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 12:02 10:12Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 11:05 11:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 11:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 12:02 11:12Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Brighton station (BTN) | 1h00 | 12:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h50 | 12:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 12:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 13:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 12:02 12:12Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 13:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 13:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h55 | 14:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 14:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Brighton station (BTN) | 1h00 | 14:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h50 | 14:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 13:55 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 14:50 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 15:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 14:57 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 15:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h55 | 16:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 16:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 16:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 16:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 17:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 17:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 17:10 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 18:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 17:17 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 18:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 19:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h55 | 19:10 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 18:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 19:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 19:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 19:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 19:37 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 20:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 21:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 21:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 21:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 21:47 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 22:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 0h55 | 23:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 22:50 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 23:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 June | |||||
| NX025 | 2:50 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 0h55 | 3:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 2:55 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 3:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h40 | 3:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h50 | 3:55 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 4:10 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 0h55 | 5:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 4:15 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 5:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:55 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h40 | 5:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:55 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h50 | 5:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 5:10 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 0h55 | 6:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 5:15 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 6:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 6:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 7:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 6:11 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h54 | 7:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 7:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 8:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 7:11 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h54 | 8:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 8:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1h00 | 9:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 8:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 9:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 9:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h55 | 9:10 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
- 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 National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
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Buses from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 34 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 34 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 37 km distance in 35m.
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
Distance 37 km |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 2:05 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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
38m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
31 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.
FAQs: Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport is 35m to travel the 37 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 2:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 22:50.
Yes, there are 34 direct coaches a day from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton station (BTN) and London Gatwick Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport from Brighton station (BTN) is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton station (BTN) and London Gatwick Airport including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
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