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

Showing times and prices for 09 Jun

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

2 h 2 m

Average duration

2 h 5 m

Buses per day

62

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 £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.

Fast coaches

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

  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
    9:452h30
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    12:15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
    18:312h29
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    21:00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
    17:432h37
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    20:20London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
    17:432h27
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    20:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
    18:312h39
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    21:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    £411One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train 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 £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £10.

Distance: 64 km

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Train

£44

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 21m

Average total duration

1h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

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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, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
3:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
5:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
3:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
5:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2013:40 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
6:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2013:40 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
5:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
4:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
7:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
4:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
7:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2015:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
7:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2015:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
7:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2005:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h35
8:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2005:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
8:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2106:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
8:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2306:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
8:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2306:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
8:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2106:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
8:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
6:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
9:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
6:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h35
9:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2017:22 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
9:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2017:22 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h38
10:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
7:41 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h39
10:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
7:41 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2308:21 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
10:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2308:21 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
10:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2109:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
11:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX2109:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h35
11:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
9:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
12:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
9:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21010:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h35
13:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21010:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
12:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX20111:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
13:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX20111:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h35
13:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
14:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21012:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
14:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21012:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h35
15:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
13:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
15:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
13:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
15:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX20113:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
15:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX20113:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
16:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX23013:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
15:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX23013:45 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
16:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
15:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
17:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
15:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h20
17:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX23015:44 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h21
18:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX23015:44 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h31
18:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
16:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h15
18:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
16:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
18:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:00 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h40
19:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:00 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
19:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21017:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h37
20:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h37
20:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21017:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
18:31 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
21:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
18:31 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h39
21:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX23019:01 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h09
21:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX23019:01 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h19
21:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21019:31 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h24
21:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX21019:31 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h14
21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North1 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
2h52
1:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South		1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h42
1:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North		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 50 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:40, 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
Distance
64 km
Average bus duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
50
Fastest bus
1h 52m
First bus
2:40
Last bus
23:03
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
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, 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 £10. 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 5m
Cheapest Price
£44
National Express frequency
51 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.
Learn more about National Express

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
£19
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 49m
Cheapest Price
£36
RailAir frequency
25 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 can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport is £44; 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 is 1h 52m to travel the 64 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 2:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 23:03.
There are 50 coaches a day from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus, RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport, you can count on National Express, Megabus, RailAir for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Reading station (RDG) and London Gatwick Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport from Reading station (RDG) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 52m 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 is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading station (RDG) and London Gatwick Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport:
  • 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.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Reading station (RDG) to London Gatwick Airport with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

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