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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cheltenham for London Gatwick Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 155 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:05 Cheltenham | 5h40 | 16:45 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:35 Cheltenham | 6h05 | 21:40 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 Cheltenham | 6h00 | 21:40 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
| 05:25 Cheltenham | 5h30 | 10:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport
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Buses from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 19:35. The fastest coach covers the 155 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 05:25 |
Last bus 19:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Cheltenham to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and London Gatwick Airport
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
Most popular bus connections from Cheltenham
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