Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

4 h 6 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

117 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) 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 Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for London Gatwick Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 117 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.

FlixBus
03:452h45
Cambridge station (CBG)
06:30London Gatwick Airport
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
05:303h10
Cambridge station (CBG)
08:40London Gatwick Airport
£131One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:004h40
Cambridge station (CBG)
19:40London Gatwick Airport
£501One-way
0 changes
National Express
00:354h25
Cambridge station (CBG)
05:00London Gatwick Airport
£531One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:355h40
Cambridge station (CBG)
03:15London Gatwick Airport
£531One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £8.

Distance: 117 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£40

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 7m

Average total duration

3h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express05:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
4h50
09:50 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus05:30 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h10
08:40 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
national_express08:20 Cambridge station (CBG)
4h30
12:50 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
national_express15:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
4h40
19:40 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
national_express21:35 Cambridge station (CBG)
5h40
03:15 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
national_express00:35 Cambridge station (CBG)
4h25
05:00 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport

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Buses from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
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
117 km
Average bus duration
3h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
24
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
00:35
Last bus
22:40
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 from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express for as low as £8. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£42
National Express frequency
22 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: Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Cheap coach tickets from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £56; 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 Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 4 h 30 min   to travel the 72 mile long journey, with around there are 24 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 01: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 22: 35.
There are 24 coaches a day from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cambridge station (CBG) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by coach is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cambridge station (CBG) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, luggage for the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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