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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
2 h 42 m
Buses on 07 Sept
3
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 buses from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
1:252h35Oxford station (OXF)4:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£121One-way0 changes
10:302h45Oxford station (OXF)13:15Gatwick Airport (GTW)£341One-way0 changes- 9:302h45Oxford station (OXF)12:15Gatwick Airport (GTW)£351One-way0 changes
- 1:252h35Oxford station (OXF)4:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£121One-way0 changes
- 10:302h45Oxford station (OXF)13:15Gatwick Airport (GTW)£341One-way0 changes
- 9:302h45Oxford station (OXF)12:15Gatwick Airport (GTW)£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 102 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m 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 Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 39m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 1h 40m 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 Megabus, FlixBus, Oxford Bus Company.
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
Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALGW | 23:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h20 | 1:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| TALGW | 23:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h15 | 1:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
| 1:25 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h35 | 4:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h45 | 12:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h45 | 13:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) coaches with Omio?
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 Megabus, FlixBus or Oxford Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, FlixBus or Oxford Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Buses from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 59 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:01. The fastest coach covers the 102 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 102 km |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 59 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:01 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Oxford Bus Company from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)You can travel by bus between Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Oxford Bus Company for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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