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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 26 m
Buses on 05 Sept
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 £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 buses from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 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.
8:555h45Cheltenham14:40London Gatwick Airport£121One-way0 changes- 15:404h50Cheltenham20:30London Gatwick Airport£151One-way0 changes
17:005h30Cheltenham22:30London Gatwick Airport£161One-way0 changes- 14:205h40Cheltenham20:00London Gatwick Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 15:404h50Cheltenham20:30London Gatwick Airport£151One-way0 changes
- 17:005h30Cheltenham22:30London Gatwick Airport£161One-way0 changes
- 14:205h40Cheltenham20:00London Gatwick Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 8:555h45Cheltenham14:40London Gatwick Airport£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 155 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m 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 Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £52.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 3h 39m versus 2h 25m 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.
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
Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:50 Cheltenham | 5h40 | 21:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:50 Cheltenham | 5h40 | 22:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Cheltenham | 7h05 | 2:50 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 8:55 Cheltenham | 5h45 | 14:40 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:20 Cheltenham | 5h40 | 20:00 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 18 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 155 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 4:20 |
Last bus 18:00 |
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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 £12. 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
Most Cheltenham to London Gatwick Airport buses use the Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and London Gatwick Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cheltenham from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham bus station facilities and services
Cheltenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Cheltenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Getting to Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station), The Coffee House (0.2 km), The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) from Cheltenham city centre
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Most popular buses to and from London Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham
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