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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York 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 York to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 buses that leave York for London Gatwick Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 317 km distance in an average of 9 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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.
15:4010h55York2:35London Gatwick Airport£191One-way0 changes
1:458h35York10:20London Gatwick Airport£271One-way0 changes- 0:458h35York9:20London Gatwick Airport£301One-way0 changes
- 1:458h35York10:20London Gatwick Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 0:458h35York9:20London Gatwick Airport£301One-way0 changes
- 15:4010h55York2:35London Gatwick Airport£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 317 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
York to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Tuesday 19 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:55 York | 9h15 | 20:10 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 York | 10h55 | 2:35 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 0:45 York | 8h35 | 9:20 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:45 York | 8h35 | 10:20 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets York to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach
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Why should you book York 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 or Yorkshire Coastliner to find the best option for your trip from York 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 and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from York 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 or Yorkshire Coastliner to find the best option for your trip from York to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from York to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 15:40. The fastest coach covers the 317 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 317 km |
Average bus duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 15:40 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Yorkshire Coastliner from York to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between York to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Yorkshire Coastliner for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: York to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
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