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Coach from Gatwick to Bristol
Travel from Gatwick to Bristol by coach in as little as 3 hours 25 minutes from just £20.40 one-way*, with up to 10 daily services running from early morning through the night. Forget the cost of a Gatwick to Bristol train ticket or the stress of hiring a car after a long flight - step off the plane, board your coach at the terminal, and sit back while we take you straight to Bristol city centre.
Secure our best value fares
Lock in the lowest prices by booking your bus from Gatwick to Bristol early. Online booking means no queuing at the station, and you can save even more by purchasing a return ticket at the same time as your outward journey.
Guarantee your seat
Popular coaches from Gatwick to Bristol can sell out, especially during peak travel periods and school holidays. Booking in advance secures your place on the exact departure you need.
Total peace of mind
If your plans shift, the 3-hour travel window lets you board a similar service either side of your booked departure. Need even more flexibility? Choose a Fully Flexible ticket for free amendments, or add the Change and Go option for just £5 one-way, allowing you to board any available coach up to 12 hours either side of your original departure time.
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🏆 The UK's No.1 choice: the country's leading coach network for airport transfers, moving millions of passengers every year and backed by strong Trustpilot reviews
⚡ Unrivalled frequency and fast transfers: coaches run 24/7, with up to 10 departures a day from Gatwick Airport and the fastest bus from London Gatwick to Bristol taking just 3 hours 25 minutes from the North Terminal
✅ More stops and less walking: pick-up from both Gatwick terminals means you board closer to where you land, with none of the long walks to a remote railway station
⭐ Guaranteed comfort and onboard facilities: a guaranteed reclining seat on every booking, one large suitcase (up to 20 kg) plus hand luggage included, free Wi-Fi, USB charging at every seat, individual air conditioning controls, and onboard toilets
💷 Great value for every traveller: fares from just £20.40 one-way*, with extra savings on return tickets, group discounts available, and far cheaper than airport car park charges
Gatwick to Bristol journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 3 hrs 25 mins |
Cheapest price | From £20.40 * |
Distance (approx) | 224km |
No. of stops | 9 (other services use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 1.10am/23.05pm (from Gatwick Airport North Terminal) |
Our Gatwick to Bristol network
Coaches from Gatwick to Bristol operate across three services, giving you plenty of departure options throughout the day and night. All services depart from both Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Gatwick Airport North Terminal, with routes via Heathrow Airport. Whether you need a bus from London Gatwick to Bristol via Heathrow, or a service that calls at London Victoria, there is a departure to suit your schedule. Check the route map and use our Journey Planner to find the best option for your trip.
Our 200 service travels up to 7 times a day and calls:
Gatwick Airport (South)
Gatwick Airport (North)
Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
Bristol Coach Station
Our 201 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at:
Gatwick Airport (South)
Gatwick Airport (North)
Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
Bristol Bus & Coach Station
Our 209 service travels up to once a day and calls at:
Gatwick Airport (South)
Gatwick Airport (North)
London Victoria
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
Bristol Coach Station
Gatwick to Bristol route map
Looking for the return journey?
Bristol to Gatwick Airport services run daily with the same frequency and onboard facilities.
You can also reach Bristol by coach from other popular starting points:
Departing from Gatwick Airport
Finding your coach
All Gatwick Airport to Bristol coaches depart from stops at both the South and North Terminals. Follow the coach signs inside the terminal to reach the boarding area. If you are arriving on a flight into London Gatwick Airport (LGW), check which terminal you land at so you can head straight to the right coach stop. See our detailed facility pages for directions: Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal.
Track your coach in real-time
Use our Coach Tracker tool to see exactly where your driver is and when they will arrive at your stop. Live location updates mean you can time your walk perfectly, whether you are grabbing a coffee in the terminal or waiting at arrivals.
Direct from the terminal door
Your coach picks up right outside the terminal building, so there are no shuttle buses or long transfers to worry about. Taking the bus from Gatwick Airport to Bristol could not be simpler.
Planning your time
We recommend allowing at least 90 minutes between your flight's scheduled landing time and your coach departure. This gives you comfortable time for immigration, baggage collection, and reaching the coach stop. Our first service departs at 1:10 am, making it easy to connect with late-night and early-morning flights at Gatwick.
Gatwick coach station and Bristol arrival facilities
At Gatwick, coach stops are located at both terminals with clear signage to guide you. For full details on waiting areas and amenities, visit our Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal pages. Once you arrive in Bristol, your coach drops you at Bristol Coach Station on Marlborough Street (BS1 3NU), right in the city centre. Local bus connections and a taxi rank are within a short walk. Find out more about our Bristol Coach Station facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Fares start at competitive prices when you book in advance online. Booking early locks in the lowest prices, and purchasing a return ticket at the same time saves you even more. Search our Journey Planner for the latest fares on your travel date.
The first coach departs Gatwick Airport North Terminal at 1:10 am, arriving at Bristol Coach Station at 5:15am. The last departure is at 23:05pm, arriving at approximately 2:35am the following morning.
Yes. Services run around the clock, including through the night, with our schedule timed to connect with budget airline arrivals and departures at Gatwick. Check our Journey Planner for exact departure times on your date of travel.
Our fastest services complete the journey in under three and a half hours. Journey times vary slightly depending on the service and number of stops, so check our Journey Planner for precise timings on your preferred departure.
Yes. Each passenger can bring one large suitcase (up to 20 kg), stowed in the undercoach hold, plus one piece of soft hand luggage to keep with you on board. Travelling as a family or group? Every member of your party gets the same generous allowance, with comfortable reclining seats and plenty of space. Travelling alone? Your driver will help load and unload your case, so there is no heavy lifting to worry about.
Both Standard and Fully Flexible fares can be amended, though fees may apply. If you added Change and Go to your booking, you can board any available service up to 12 hours before or after your original departure for a small fee. For full details, visit our tickets page or learn more at our Change and Go page.
Yes. Our coaches travel on the motorway network and are completely unaffected by rail strikes, engineering works, or train cancellations. With frequent departures throughout the day, the coach from Gatwick to Bristol is a dependable alternative whenever train services are not running.
Coaches depart from stops at both the South Terminal and the North Terminal, right outside each terminal building. Signage inside the terminals will guide you to the boarding area. For detailed maps and directions, see our Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal pages.
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available on all coaches, and every seat has a USB charging port so you can keep your devices powered up. We recommend downloading films or playlists before boarding in case the Wi-Fi signal varies on the motorway.
You can purchase tickets in person, but we recommend booking online for the best fares and to guarantee your seat on a specific service. Online booking gives you instant e-ticket delivery with no queue. Create a free My Account for zero booking fees and easy ticket management.
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