The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter 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 Exeter to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX504 · NX201
NX501 · NX200
NX501 · NX200
NX501 · NX025
NX504 · NX025
NX501 · NX200Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 240 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:25 Exeter | 8h30 | 16:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Exeter | 7h20 | 18:50 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:05 Exeter | 5h35 | 21:40 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 6h10 | 07:20 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 6h20 | 07:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport
Buses from Exeter to London Gatwick Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest coach covers the 240 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 240 km |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 19:10 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Exeter to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Exeter to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London Gatwick Airport
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
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