London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 23 Nov

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

3 h 5 m

Average duration

3 h 11 m

Buses per day

36

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
23:503h45
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
03:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
10:204h50
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
15:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
00:504h35
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
05:25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
05:304h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
10:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
23:003h45
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
02:45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£331One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 87 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£61

Average Price

3h 40m

Average total duration

3h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 04:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX728 · NX210
On time
17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h15
20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX210
On time
17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h25
20:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h15
22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h25
22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
Sunday 23 November
national_expressNXA8 · NX02500:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
05:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX02500:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h45
05:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX20102:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h30
06:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX20102:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h20
05:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 09:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 3h 45m.

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
87 km
Average bus duration
3h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
33
Fastest bus
3h 45m
First bus
09:20
Last bus
23:00
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 London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport with National Express for as low as £18. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£18
National Express frequency
33 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.

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to London Gatwick Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is on average 3 h 35 min   for the 53 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 09: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 23: 40.
There are 33 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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