London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£19

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£40

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

3 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

3 h 11 m

Buses on 12 Sept

46

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 station (BMH) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    20:453h50
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    0:35Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    19:103h40
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    22:50Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    19:003h50
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    22:50Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    16:153h15
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    19:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    16:253h05
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    19:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £191One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 128 km

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Train
Driving

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£27

Average Price

£27

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) is a coach with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH):

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) costing on average £27.

The fastest way to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 21m.

Other travel options to Bournemouth station (BMH) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and Bournemouth station (BMH) including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 3h 23m versus 2h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
1:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03521:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
1:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus21:55 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h20
1:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03521:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
1:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03523:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
3:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03523:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h20
3:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
Saturday 12 September
National ExpressNX025 · NX0355:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h25
9:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX0355:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h25
9:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0356:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h10
9:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h20
12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX0357:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0357:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX0357:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h10
12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0358:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h15
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX0359:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h50
13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX0359:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h40
13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h10
14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h00
14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03511:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03511:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h25
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03511:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h25
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03512:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h45
16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03512:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h35
16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h25
16:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h15
16:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h20
19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h10
19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03514:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h40
18:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03515:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h25
18:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX03516:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
19:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h15
19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX03516:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h20
19:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h05
19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX03517:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h40
21:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX03517:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h30
21:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h20
21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h10
21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03518:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h45
22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus19:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h50
22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03519:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h35
22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus19:10 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h40
22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03520:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
0:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03520:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
0:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h50
0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus and more offer coaches services from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH).
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • 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 station (BMH).
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH)

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) run on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:20, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 3h 10m.

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
128 km
Average bus duration
3h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
37
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
3h 10m
First bus
6:20
Last bus
20:45
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
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, FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) with National Express, FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£12
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 National Express Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
£38
National Express frequency
7 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.

United Minibuses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average United Minibuses Duration
3h 21m
United Minibuses frequency
2 a day

Oxford Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Oxford Bus Company Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Oxford Bus Company Price
£34
Oxford Bus Company frequency
1 a day

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Metrobus Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Metrobus Price
£36
Metrobus frequency
7 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 station (BMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) is £22; 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) is 3h 10m to travel the 128 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) leaves at 6:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) leaves at 20:45.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH), you can count on National Express, FlixBus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus for the best way to get you to Bournemouth station (BMH). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and Bournemouth station (BMH) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bournemouth station (BMH) from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and Bournemouth station (BMH) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH):
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth station (BMH) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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