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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 23 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guildford 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 Guildford to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Guildford for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.

National Express
14:554h25
Guildford
19:20London Gatwick Airport
£201One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:354h20
Guildford
22:55London Gatwick Airport
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Guildford to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £12.

Distance: 29 km

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Train

£21

Average Price

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 52m

Average total duration

2h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 1m

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30m

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Live departures

Guildford to London Gatwick Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX030 · NX025
On time
08:20 Guildford, Egerton Road
4h55
13:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX025
On time
10:55 Guildford, Egerton Road
4h25
15:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX025
On time
13:25 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h20
18:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX025
On time
16:25 Guildford, Egerton Road
4h45
21:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX025
On time
19:35 Guildford, Egerton Road
4h20
23:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport

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Buses from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 07:20, the last at 19:35. The fastest coach covers the 29 km distance in 1h 0m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance
29 km
Average bus duration
2h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
07:20
Last bus
19:35
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7

Bus providers: National Express, Compass Travel from Guildford to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Guildford to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Compass Travel for as low as £7. 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 10m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
6 a day
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.

Compass Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
£10
Compass Travel frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Guildford to London Gatwick Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) coach time is 1 h 5 min   covering the 17 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 07: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 19: 45.
There are 11 coaches a day from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with National Express or Compass Travel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you can take a coach with National Express or Compass Travel. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Guildford and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Guildford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guildford and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, luggage for the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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