Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 06 Mar

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

6 h 3 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Gloucester 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 163 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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
05:055h50
Gloucester
10:55London Gatwick Airport
£131One-way
0 changes
National Express
06:306h45
Gloucester
13:15London Gatwick Airport
£171One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
15:106h30
Gloucester
21:40London Gatwick Airport
£181One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:056h35
Gloucester
22:40London Gatwick Airport
£211One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:305h00
Gloucester
15:30London Gatwick Airport
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester 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 43m. 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: 163 km

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Most popular
Train

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£50

Average Price

4h 49m

Average total duration

4h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Great Western Rail

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Live departures

Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus18:40 Gloucester
9h10
03:50 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Friday 6 March
meinfernbus_flixbus05:05 Gloucester
5h50
10:55 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
national_express06:30 Gloucester
6h45
13:15 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus15:10 Gloucester
6h30
21:40 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
national_express16:05 Gloucester
6h35
22:40 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport

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Buses from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 18:40. The fastest coach covers the 163 km distance in 4h 50m.

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
163 km
Average bus duration
4h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
24
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
05:05
Last bus
18:40
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 Gloucester to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport with National Express for as low as £11. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£13
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: Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport is £19; 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 Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport is 4h 50m to travel the 163 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 18:40.
There are 24 coaches a day from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Gloucester and London Gatwick Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport from Gloucester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gloucester and London Gatwick Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Gloucester to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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