The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Buses per day
40
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.
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NX025 · NX035
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NX201 · NX035
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NX025 · NX035Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth 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 ferry which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 129 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £20 Average Price |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX210 · NX035 | On time 18:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h10 | 22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 18:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h00 | 22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h25 | 00:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:55 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h15 | 00:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 20:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h40 | 00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 20:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h30 | 00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h50 | 01:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h40 | 01:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
NX025 · NX035 | Delayed 05:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 10:10 10:10Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX035 | Delayed 05:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 10:10 10:10Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | Delayed 06:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h10 | 10:10 10:10Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 07:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 07:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX035 | Delayed 16:35 07:55London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX035 | On time 07:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 08:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h15 | 11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 09:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h35 | 13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h00 | 14:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h50 | 14:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 09:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h25 | 13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 10:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h40 | 14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h35 | 15:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 11:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h25 | 14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h25 | 15:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 12:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h45 | 16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 12:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h35 | 16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h15 | 18:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h05 | 18:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h40 | 18:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 15:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h25 | 18:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX035 | On time 16:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h35 | 19:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX035 | On time 16:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h20 | 19:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h15 | 20:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h05 | 20:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 16:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h10 | 21:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 17:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h55 | 21:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX035 | On time 18:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h10 | 22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 21:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h15 | 01:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX035 | On time 21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h00 | 01:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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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, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 05:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth with National Express, FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, 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.
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