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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

2 h 2 m

Average duration

2 h 3 m

Buses per day

56

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressRRRA1 · NX210
12:262h29
Reading, Blagrave Street
14:55London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£451One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX210
12:262h19
Reading, Blagrave Street
14:45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
£451One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX201
05:272h13
Reading, Blagrave Street
07:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
£461One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX201
07:272h23
Reading, Blagrave Street
09:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
£461One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX201
05:272h23
Reading, Blagrave Street
07:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£461One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £18.

Distance: 64 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£44

Average Price

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 25m

Average total duration

1h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h32
14:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX21012:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h32
14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX23012:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h32
14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX23012:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
14:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX21012:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
14:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
13:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h17
15:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
13:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h07
15:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX201
On time
13:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
16:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX201
On time
13:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h12
15:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
14:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h42
17:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
14:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h52
17:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX23015:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h32
18:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX23015:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
18:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX20016:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h17
18:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX20016:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
18:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:49 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h11
20:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:49 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h21
20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX21018:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX21018:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
20:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
18:50 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
21:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
18:50 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
21:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
20:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h07
22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
20:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h17
22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX20021:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h02
23:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX20021:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h12
23:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h42
01:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h52
01:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
Sunday 7 December
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
07:57 03:20Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
05:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
07:57 03:20Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
09:05 09:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
Delayed
07:57 03:20Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
05:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
Delayed
07:57 03:20Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
05:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
Delayed
07:57 03:40Reading, Blagrave Street
2h40
14:25 14:25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
Delayed
07:57 03:40Reading, Blagrave Street
2h50
06:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
Delayed
07:57 04:20Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
06:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
Delayed
07:57 04:20Reading, Blagrave Street
2h40
07:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
07:57 04:55Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
07:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
07:57 04:55Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
09:05 09:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX201
Delayed
07:57 05:27Reading, Blagrave Street
2h13
07:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX201
Delayed
07:57 05:27Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
07:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
Delayed
07:57 05:57Reading, Blagrave Street
2h33
08:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
Delayed
07:57 05:57Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
14:25 14:25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX230
Delayed
07:57 06:27Reading, Blagrave Street
2h13
08:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX230
Delayed
07:57 06:27Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
08:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
07:57 06:57Reading, Blagrave Street
2h03
09:05 09:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
07:57 06:57Reading, Blagrave Street
2h13
09:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX201
Delayed
07:57 07:27Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
09:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX201
Delayed
07:57 07:27Reading, Blagrave Street
2h33
10:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
07:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h03
10:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
07:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h13
10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
08:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h18
11:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
08:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h08
11:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
09:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h08
12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
09:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h18
12:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
10:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
13:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
10:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h09
13:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
14:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h09
14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX230
On time
12:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
14:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
On time
12:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX230
On time
12:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
On time
12:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
14:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
12:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
15:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
12:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h24
15:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
13:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h09
16:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
13:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
16:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
14:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h09
17:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
14:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
17:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
15:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h24
18:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
15:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
18:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
On time
16:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
18:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
On time
16:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h24
18:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h04
20:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
On time
18:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
20:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX210
On time
18:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h04
20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
18:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
21:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
18:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h04
21:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
20:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
20:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h04
22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
On time
21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h02
23:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX200
On time
21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h12
23:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h42
01:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h52
01:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport

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Buses from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 54 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 23:03. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 1h 52m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Distance
64 km
Average bus duration
1h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
54
Fastest bus
1h 52m
First bus
03:55
Last bus
23:03
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, RailAir from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Megabus, RailAir for as low as £11. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£44
National Express frequency
56 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£20
Megabus frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

RailAir

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
RailAir frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £56; 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 1 h 43 min   to travel the 40 mile long journey, with around there are 61 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 02: 49. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 23: 09.
There are 61 coaches a day from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you can take a coach with National Express, Megabus or RailAir. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Reading station (RDG) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Reading station (RDG) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Reading station (RDG) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, luggage for the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

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