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

The bus ticket price from Gatwick to Bournemouth starts at R 323. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gatwick to Bournemouth 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 Gatwick to Bournemouth?

The average travel time between Gatwick and Bournemouth is around 3h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 129 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Gatwick to Bournemouth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gatwick to Bournemouth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

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

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Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Gatwick to Bournemouth on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	4h	02:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	22:50	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	4h 20m	03:10	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:05	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	4h 5m	03:10	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:30	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	9h 35m	09:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	9h 20m	09:05	Coach Station	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 Bournemouth. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 323, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

3h 40mAverage duration

128 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 323 - R 1 295	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 273 - R 273	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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National Express

4/529 711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to the reviews, National Express provides efficient and on-time service. Customers appreciate the comfortable trips from Gatwick to Bournemouth, with a special mention of driver Joe for his safety consciousness and helpfulness. However, some customers found the route via Heathrow to be lengthy.

National Express Gatwick Bournemouth recent customer reviews

People coming from abroad to Gatwick airport should have reasonable transportation to their destinations. Going to London Victoria and waiting for another coach make the journey too long. Also the coach took us from the south to the north terminal. Our easy jet flight landed at the north terminal and our coach ticket Specified that we should start from the south terminal, we could have waited at the north terminal

Nasr W.

4 February 2024

My trip from Gatwick to Bournemouth @ 11am on March 28th was comfortable and pleasant. Our Driver Joe, was very safety conscious for all travellers. Joe was very helpful and very pleasant. I would definitely use National Express again. If I could give more stars I would!

Lorraine P.

29 March 2023

I wasn't notified my direct bus to Bournemouth was canceled and they swapped my ticket for another one that stopped at Heathrow airport for 2 hours. Arriving home at 1am instead at 11pm as planned . They didn't apologise or give any explanation why my bus was canceled or why I wasn't informed via email

Virginia C.

30 July 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Gatwick and Bournemouth?

Stops in Gatwick

A - London Gatwick Airport

Stops in Bournemouth

A - Coach Station

B - Richmond Hill, 3

C - Travel Interchange

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Bournemouth by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Gatwick to Bournemouth cost?
The bus ticket price from Gatwick to Bournemouth starts at R 323. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gatwick to Bournemouth 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 Gatwick to Bournemouth?
The average travel time between Gatwick and Bournemouth is around 3h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 129 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Gatwick and Bournemouth?
The number of buses from Gatwick to Bournemouth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gatwick to Bournemouth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Gatwick to Bournemouth?
When taking the bus from Gatwick to Bournemouth, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express.