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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 28 m
Buses on 18 Sept
23
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough 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 Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.
NX440 · NX0255:306h35Loughborough, University12:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change- NX440 · NX02515:506h40Loughborough, University22:30London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX02513:406h30Loughborough, University20:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX0257:256h40Loughborough, University14:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX0259:456h30Loughborough, University16:15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX0259:506h25Loughborough, The Rushes16:15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£251One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX02513:456h25Loughborough, The Rushes20:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£241One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX0259:456h30Loughborough, University16:15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX0255:356h30Loughborough, The Rushes12:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£241One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX02513:406h30Loughborough, University20:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 192 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £61.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 44m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 4h 44m versus 2h 38m 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
Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:40 Loughborough | 6h50 | 22:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:15 Loughborough | 7h30 | 0:45 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Loughborough | 7h30 | 1:45 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| NX465 · NX025 | 2:25 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h55 | 9:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX465 · NX025 | 2:25 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h45 | 9:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 5:30 Loughborough, University | 6h35 | 12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 5:35 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h30 | 12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 5:35 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h40 | 12:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 7:25 Loughborough, University | 6h40 | 14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 7:30 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h45 | 14:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 7:30 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h35 | 14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 9:45 Loughborough, University | 6h30 | 16:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 9:50 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h25 | 16:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 9:50 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h35 | 16:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 11:40 Loughborough, University | 6h55 | 18:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 11:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 7h00 | 18:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 11:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h50 | 18:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 13:40 Loughborough, University | 6h30 | 20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 13:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h25 | 20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 13:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h35 | 20:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 15:50 Loughborough, University | 6h40 | 22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 15:55 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h35 | 22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX025 | 15:55 Loughborough, The Rushes | 6h45 | 22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 14:50. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 1:25 |
Last bus 14:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus from Loughborough to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough and London Gatwick Airport
Most Loughborough to London Gatwick Airport buses use the Loughborough, The Rushes to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Loughborough and London Gatwick Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Loughborough, The Rushes from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough, The Rushes is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough, The Rushes bus station facilities and services
Loughborough, The Rushes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Loughborough, The Rushes. ATMs are available at Loughborough, The Rushes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough, The Rushes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough, The Rushes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough, The Rushes: Basic accessibility features are available.
Getting to Loughborough, University from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough, University is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough, University bus station facilities and services
Loughborough, University has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and restaurants available on campus.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available for students and visitors. ATMs are aTMs available on campus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough, University.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough, University: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough, University: Accessible buses and pathways available.
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