Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
3 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
3 h 33 m
Buses on 12 Sept
18
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) 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 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 18 buses from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 39 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 202 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m 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 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £50.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 1m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 4h 1m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, National Express.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 0:10 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h15 | 4:25 South Terminal Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 0:10 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h20 | 4:30 South Terminal Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h10 | 5:30 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:30 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h26 | 5:56 South Terminal Coach Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 2:30 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h30 | 6:00 South Terminal Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h10 | 7:30 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:15 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h35 | 7:50 South Terminal Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 4:15 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h35 | 7:50 South Terminal Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h20 | 8:40 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h20 | 9:40 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h39 | 9:59 Gatwick South Terminal | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h40 | 10:00 South Terminal Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h20 | 11:40 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h40 | 11:50 South Terminal Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:10 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 3h45 | 11:55 South Terminal Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h25 | 12:45 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h25 | 13:35 South Terminal Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:20 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 4h25 | 13:45 Gatwick Airport South Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 51 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 18:55. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 202 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 51 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 2:45 |
Last bus 18:55 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) 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.

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