Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£59
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 30 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Telford 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 Telford to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Telford to London Gatwick Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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 Telford to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 230 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Telford to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Telford to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £92.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 16m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 5h 16m versus 3h 24m 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.
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 Telford to London Gatwick Airport coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 Telford | 6h30 | 17:15 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Telford to London Gatwick Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 10:45, the last at 10:45. The fastest coach covers the 230 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 230 km |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 10:45 |
Last bus 10:45 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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.

Most Telford to London Gatwick Airport buses use the Telford, Town Centre to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford and London Gatwick Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Telford, Town Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Telford, Town Centre. ATMs are available at Telford, Town Centre.
Ticket office support is available at Telford, Town Centre.
Available at Telford, Town Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford, Town Centre: Wheelchair accessible buses available.
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