How much does a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Gatwick cost?

The bus ticket price from Cheltenham to Gatwick starts at R 461. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cheltenham to Gatwick is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cheltenham to Gatwick?

The average travel time between Cheltenham and Gatwick is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 155 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cheltenham and Gatwick?

The number of buses from Cheltenham to Gatwick can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Gatwick?

When taking the bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express.

Bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick from R 418 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cheltenham to Gatwick on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	6 Bradley Rd	4h 5m	19:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	18:15	6 Bradley Rd	5h 30m	23:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	18:15	6 Bradley Rd	5h 40m	23:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	19:40	6 Bradley Rd	6h 5m	01:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	19:40	6 Bradley Rd	6h 15m	01:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 461, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

153 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 461 - R 1 356	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 733 - R 4 512	Average duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 401 - R 401	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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National Express

4/529 711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the timely buses, friendly and helpful drivers, and clean conditions. Overall, they found it a comfortable way to travel. However, some mentioned confusion about needing to change at Heathrow for Gatwick without prior clear instructions but appreciated that another coach was available.

National Express Cheltenham Gatwick recent customer reviews

We arrived fine at Heathrow but left a small case in the hold as we hurried to board our coach to Gatwick. We contacted Nat Express and it's been logged , and I spoke to a very empathetic person who said he would do his best to locate our case. It was the NX444 from Cheltenham 14.15 departure. We're off on a flight tomorrow morning 10.45 South Terminal . If it's located , is there any slim chance it could come on a coach to Gatwick asap tomorrow morning 6th December. Many thanks. R D Roberts

David R.

5 December 2024

Buses on time. Friendly helpful drivers. Clean buses. All in all a comfortable way to travel

Mary D.

19 June 2024

Very happy with the service. Only thing which was'nt clear was we had to change at Heathrow to go to Gatwick. Luckily there was another coach to take us but the driver told us we had missed it.

Emma W.

4 December 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Gatwick?

Stops in Cheltenham

A - Royal Well Bus Station

Stops in Gatwick

A - London Gatwick Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to Gatwick by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Gatwick cost?
The bus ticket price from Cheltenham to Gatwick starts at R 461. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cheltenham to Gatwick is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cheltenham to Gatwick?
The average travel time between Cheltenham and Gatwick is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 155 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cheltenham and Gatwick?
The number of buses from Cheltenham to Gatwick can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Gatwick?
When taking the bus from Cheltenham to Gatwick, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express.

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R 512

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Gatwick was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 512

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cheltenham to Gatwick as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 512 to R 1 536 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 512, which is on 2025-11-21.