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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 buses that leave Southampton for London Gatwick Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 90 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Southampton to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 90 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£23 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h25 | 21:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h35 | 21:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 4h10 | 21:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 4h20 | 21:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 change | |
 NX160 · NX035 · NX025 | On time 20:40 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h45 | 05:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 2 changes | |
| NX160 · NX035 · NX210 | On time 20:40 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h45 | 05:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 2 changes | |
| NX160 · NX035 · NX210 | On time 20:40 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h55 | 05:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 2 changes | |
| NX160 · NX035 · NX025 | On time 20:40 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h55 | 05:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| 07:15 Southampton | 4h05 | 11:20 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:28 Southampton | 3h05 | 12:33 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Southampton | 3h20 | 12:50 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Southampton to London Gatwick Airport 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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport
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Buses from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 90 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 90 km |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Southampton to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Southampton to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and London Gatwick Airport
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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