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Which bus from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £46
tomorrow
from £45
Saturday
from £17
Sunday
from £44
Monday
from £42
Tuesday
from £16
Wednesday
from £44

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    04:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    22:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    04:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    5h 20m
    0
    22:45
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    04:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    06:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    10:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • National Express
    5h 20m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save £37

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    06:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    10:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 20m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    04:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    4h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    10:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save £36

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    10:20
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    17:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    10:20
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    17:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    02:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    07:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    02:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    07:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    02:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    07:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    02:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    07:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    03:00
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    07:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    04:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £35

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    01:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    05:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    12:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    17:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    01:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    01:45
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    05:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    12:30
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    17:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £33

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    10:20
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    17:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    10:20
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    17:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 20m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    14:30
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    19:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 20m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    19:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    14:30
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    19:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    04:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    22:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    04:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      09:30
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      11:35
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:15
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save £35

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 38 daily coaches from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 30 daily coaches between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 84 coaches from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport, with only 42 offers.

All facts for Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 35 times by bus from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport in one click. Book your Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport bus ticket starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 3h 45m
Earliest Coach 05:45
Latest Coach 22:45
Daily Bus Connections 35 Ø
Distance 118.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport?

Every day, 35 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cambridge for London Gatwick Airport. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 24/04/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 21/04
Tuesday 22/04
Wednesday 23/04
Thursday 24/04
£46
Friday 25/04
£45
Saturday 26/04
£44
Sunday 27/04
£44
Monday 28/04
£42
Tuesday 29/04
£45
Wednesday 30/04
£44
Thursday 01/05
£44
Friday 02/05
£45
Saturday 03/05
£44
Sunday 04/05
£44
Monday 05/05
£43
Tuesday 06/05
Wednesday 07/05
£44
Thursday 08/05
£44
Friday 09/05
Saturday 10/05
£43
Sunday 11/05
Monday 12/05
£15
Tuesday 13/05
£44
Wednesday 14/05
Thursday 15/05
£42
Friday 16/05
£44
Saturday 17/05
Sunday 18/05

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £46.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport, with £16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £44.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport timetable.

National Express from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport:

Cheapest Price £42
Fastest Coach 3h 45m
Earliest Coach 05:45
Last Coach 22:45
Daily Connections 35 Ø
Found on 23/04/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport bus

How much does a Cambridge - London Gatwick Airport coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Cambridge - London Gatwick Airportroute is available from £16 and takes 6h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport?

The connection Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £62. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Cambridge - London Gatwick Airport route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport is offered by roughly 35 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to London Gatwick Airport from Cambridge take?

The quickest transfer from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport is provided by National Express and takes 3h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £56. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport?

The earliest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Cambridge at 05:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport?

The latest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Cambridge at 22:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cambridge - London Gatwick Airport route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to London Gatwick Airport from Cambridge?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cambridge London Gatwick Airport bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cambridge London Gatwick Airport bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cambridge and to London Gatwick Airport

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cambridge and to London Gatwick Airport. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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