The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry station (COV) 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 Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Coventry station (COV) 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 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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 coach and train for Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 17:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h20 | 20:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h30 | 20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h30 | 22:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h20 | 21:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 22 March | |||||
![]() | 05:45 Coventry station (COV) | 3h55 | 09:40 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:20 Coventry station (COV) | 3h50 | 10:10 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:50 Coventry station (COV) | 3h55 | 13:45 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport by coach or train
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Why should you book Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport coaches with Omio?
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 or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Coventry station (COV) 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 bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Coventry station (COV) 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 or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport
Buses from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 20:10 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Coventry station (COV) to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry station (COV) 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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.
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