National Express Gatwick Airport Transfer

Travel in style for less with regular reliable services, low fares and comfortable coaches connecting London and its four airports



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Free cancellation

Cancel up to 48 hours prior to travel for a full refund.

Flexibility

Use one-way and open return tickets any time within 1 day and three months, respectively.

Save money

Airport transfers coaches are a cost-effective way to reach your final destination.

Save time

Airport transfers coaches are a time-effective way to reach your accommodation.

Benefits

  • Book cheap airport transfers, including a hassle-free service between Gatwick and Heathrow, with the choice to book an open return ticket valid for three months
  • Access directly to the coach without queuing at any booking desk and avoid travel carrying heavy bags through tube or train stations
  • Jump on one of National Express’ 500 luxurious coaches featuring leather seats, air conditioning and washroom facilities.
  • National Express fleet serves over 1,700 places in the UK, delivering millions of passengers every year, safely and comfortably to their destination
  • National Express recognises their important part to play in reducing emissions and combating climate change. One coach can take up to one mile of cars off the road, reducing reliance on car travel, noise pollution and improving air quality

Using your National Express airport transfer ticket

  • Upon booking your Gatwick airport bus transfer, you will receive instant order confirmations from both VisitBritain Shop and National Express.
  • National Express confirmation email includes your e-ticket:
    • One-way tickets can be used anytime within 1 day.
    • Return tickets should be used within 3 months from the purchase date.
  • Your e-ticket will include all the details for your journey: departure point, end point, location map and bus line number.
  • National Express services run day and night between Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport
  • National Express also connects Gatwick Airport with Heathrow Airport
  • Plus you can travel with convenience and great value for money

Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station in London

  • Fastest journey time: approximately 2 hours
  • Distance (approx): 43 km
  • First and last journey departure: daily, 3:35 am / 11:30 pm (from South Terminal).

  • Where to go in Gatwick Airport?

    • Gatwick Airport Offices – Go to the Gatwick Coach Station Ticket office, North Terminal and South Terminal lower level.
      • Opening hours: Daily, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
      • Address: Departures Rd, Horley, Gatwick RH6 0NP, England, United Kingdom

  • What time coaches depart from Gatwick?

    The regular operating times are the following:

    Gatwick Airport - London Victoria Coach Station

    • Daily: every 15 minutes. From 3.35 am. Last journey: 11.30 pm
      • The first coach leaves from Gatwick South Terminal at 3.35 am, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station at 5.50 am
      • The last coach leaves from Gatwick South Terminal at 11.30 pm, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station at 1.50 am
    • Coach: 025

London to Gatwick

  • Fastest journey time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Distance (approx): 66 km
  • First and last coach departure: 2:00 am / 11:59 pm

  • Where to go in London?

    • London Victoria Coach Station – Go to platforms at Floor 0. 
      • Open 24 hours
      • Address: Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London SW1W 9TP, England, United Kingdom

  • What time coaches depart from London to Gatwick?

    The regular operating times are the following:

    • Daily: every 15 minutes. From 2:00 am. Last journey: 11:59 pm
      • The first coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 2:00 am, arriving at Gatwick North Terminal at 3:05 am
      • The last coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 23:59pm, arriving at Gatwick North Terminal at 1:45 am
    • Coach: 025

Gatwick to Heathrow

  • Fastest journey time: 50 minutes
  • Cheapest price:  From £20
  • Distance (approx): 60 km
  • First and last coach departure: 3:45 am / 11:45 pm

  • Where to go in Gatwick Airport?

    • Gatwick Airport Offices – Go to the Gatwick Coach Station Ticket office, North Terminal and South Terminal lower level.
      • Opening hours: Daily, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm.
      • Address: Departures Rd, Horley, Gatwick RH6 0NP, England, United Kingdom.

  • What time coaches depart?

    This airport-to-airport service’s regular operating times are the following:

    • Daily: every 15 minutes. From 3:50 am and 11.45 pm.
      • The first coach leaves from Gatwick Airport at 3:50 am, arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station at 5:00 am.
      • The last coach leaves from Gatwick Airport at 11:45 pm, arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station at 0:55 am.

    National Express Coach routes to Heathrow are the following:

    • Coach: 025

Prepare for the experience

  • All passengers need to go to the point of departure as shown on their ticket where they will be able to board the next available coach by showing their e-ticket to the driver
  • Leave enough time for travelling in case the first bus you try to board is full. Allow at least 15 minutes before your chosen time of departure
  • To ensure a stress-free travel on your way back home, get to the airport three hours before your scheduled flight departure time

  • Children information

    • If you are travelling with more than one child aged 0-3, you will need to purchase a Child ticket for each additional child
    • Children under 15 years-old must travel accompanied by a paying adult aged 16 or over
    • Children aged 15 and over can travel on their own, although unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian
    • If you’re travelling with children, National Express offers seatbelt solutions for all ages
    • All coaches feature a child-friendly zone - with comfort fit seat belts and booster seats

  • Accessibility information

    • Please contact our team in case you require any accessibility information

  • Ticket restrictions

    • The National Express tickets are not amendable. You will not be able to edit your order once you start the checkout process
    • It is not possible to reserve seats on the travels from the airport into Central London
    • The maximum number of tickets per order is six. For larger groups, a second order will be required

  • Additional information

    • Your luggage will be loaded by National Express staff and unloaded at your destination
      • Baggage allowance:
        • 2 x medium suitcases (20kg per case) and one piece of hand luggage per person. Extra luggage will incur an extra charge
        • Extra charges for a single journey (can be a multi-leg journey) item: £10.00
        • Extra charges for a return journey item: £15.00

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain and provided by National Express.

Upon booking you will receive via email an instant order confirmation from VisitBritain and a second email including a QR code. You can download it to your mobile phone or print it out to show when boarding the coach.

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