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You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.
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Coach from Gatwick Airport to London in 1 hr 40 mins (fastest journey)
National Express operates up to 21 daily coach services from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria Coach Station, starting from £7.00 one-way*, with the fastest journey taking just 1 hour 40 minutes.
With reliable services, low fares, and stylish travel, you can start enjoying your London experience while saving those precious pounds.
Coach from Gatwick Airport to London in 1 hr 40 mins (fastest journey)
National Express operates up to 21 daily coach services from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria Coach Station, starting from £7.00 one-way*, with the fastest journey taking just 1 hour 40 minutes.
With reliable services, low fares, and stylish travel, you can start enjoying your London experience while saving those precious pounds.
| Gatwick to London journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 1 hrs 40 mins (to Earl's Court/Hammersmith) |
| Cheapest price from | £7.00 |
| Distance (approx) | 43km |
| No. of stops | 2 (fastest service, other services may vary) |
| First & last journey daily | 1:00am/23:30pm (from South Terminal) |
Our Gatwick to London services & stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 025 service travels up to 20 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Gatwick Airport (South)
- Gatwick Airport (North)
- Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- London (Hammersmith)
- London (Earl's Court)
- London Victoria Coach Station
Our 209 service travels up to once a day and calls at the following stops:
- Gatwick Airport (South)
- Gatwick Airport (North)
- London Victoria Coach Station
Gatwick to London route map
Departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal
Gatwick North Terminal offers excellent amenities to keep you entertained before your journey. Within a five-minute walk from the terminal, you'll find newsagents, restaurants, coffee shops and various stores to grab last-minute essentials or enjoy a pre-journey meal while exploring this vibrant airport hub.
Take a look at our Gatwick Airport facilities pages for more information:
Arriving at London Victoria Coach Station
London Victoria Coach Station is perfectly positioned just 300 metres from the tube network, served by the Victoria, District and Circle Lines. A convenient bus stop sits directly outside the coach station with numerous routes connecting to London's city centre, making it easy to continue your journey to any London destination.
Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities.
Perfect for:
✅ Airport travellers seeking affordable transport to central London
✅ Visitors wanting quick, direct access to London's transport network
✅ Budget-conscious passengers looking for comfortable airport transfers
Book your Gatwick to London coach journey today and enjoy a comfortable, affordable ride into the heart of the capital.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Gatwick South Terminal at 1.00am, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station at 2.15am.
The last coach leaves from Gatwick South Terminal at 23.30pm, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station at 1.50am.
A one-way journey from Gatwick to London is available from £7.00*.
Our fastest coach journey from Gatwick to London takes 1 hour and 40 mins to our Earl's Court or Hammersmith stops.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
Return route - London to Gatwick Airport
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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
