Bus from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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

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

today
£12
tomorrow
£11
Sunday
£13
Monday
£16
Tuesday
£22
Wednesday
£16
Thursday
£55

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 35m 10:30 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 15:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £12
FlixBus 4h 0m 13:40 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 17:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £12
FlixBus 4h 15m 15:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 19:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £12
National Express 6h 0m 15:00 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 21:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 6h 0m 17:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 23:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 20m
      0
      15:40
      Leicester
      Braunstone
      17:55
      London
      Golders Green Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      18:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      20:00
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 20m 16:50 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 21:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £11
National Express 6h 0m 17:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 23:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £14
National Express 5h 5m 21:30 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 02:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £14
FlixBus 4h 10m 00:40 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 04:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £15
FlixBus 4h 10m 02:25 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 06:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 10m 00:40 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 04:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £13
FlixBus 4h 20m 04:15 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 08:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £13
FlixBus 4h 20m 06:25 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 10:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £13
National Express 5h 15m 06:50 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 5h 20m 07:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 13:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      19:00
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      21:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      23:45
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 10m 00:40 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 04:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £16
FlixBus 4h 10m 02:25 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 06:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £16
FlixBus 4h 20m 04:15 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 08:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £16
National Express 6h 15m 03:55 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £32
National Express 6h 5m 06:00 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      19:00
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      21:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      23:45
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 03:55 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
National Express 6h 5m 06:00 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
National Express 6h 0m 17:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 23:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
National Express 5h 30m 20:15 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 01:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
National Express 5h 5m 21:30 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 02:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      19:00
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      21:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      23:45
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 10m 00:40 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 04:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £16
FlixBus 4h 10m 02:25 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 06:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £16
FlixBus 4h 20m 04:15 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 08:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £16
National Express 6h 15m 03:55 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
National Express 6h 5m 06:00 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      19:00
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      21:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      23:45
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 20m 23:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 04:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £55
National Express 5h 0m 07:15 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 12:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £84
National Express 5h 0m 09:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 14:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £84
National Express 5h 0m 12:15 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 17:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £84
National Express 5h 0m 14:45 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 19:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £84
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £47? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 45m
      0
      19:00
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      21:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      23:45
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £47

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is £7 on 09/01/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Leicester 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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 52 daily coaches from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Leicester and London Gatwick Airport.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 86 coaches from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leicester and London Gatwick Airport, with only 18 offers.

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

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and National Express that travel daily 36 times by bus from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport in one click. Book your Leicester to London Gatwick Airport bus ticket starting from £7!

Cheapest Bus £7
Fastest Bus 3h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:20
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 36 Ø
Distance 177.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

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

Every day, 36 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leicester for London Gatwick Airport. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 19/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
£12
Saturday 20/12
£11
Sunday 21/12
£13
Monday 22/12
£32
Tuesday 23/12
£22
Wednesday 24/12
£22
Thursday 25/12
£55
Friday 26/12
£42
Saturday 27/12
£16
Sunday 28/12
£16
Monday 29/12
£16
Tuesday 30/12
£26
Wednesday 31/12
£16
Thursday 01/01
£36
Friday 02/01
£16
Saturday 03/01
Sunday 04/01
£15
Monday 05/01
Tuesday 06/01
£11
Wednesday 07/01
£11
Thursday 08/01
Friday 09/01
£7
Saturday 10/01
£11
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £7, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £36.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport, with £7. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

How to save money travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport are also emptier.

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

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

National Express from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 09:20
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 16 Ø
Found on 18/12/2025

FlixBus from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Leicester to London Gatwick Airport:

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 3h 50m
Earliest Coach 10:30
Last Coach 17:25
Daily Connections 28 Ø
Found on 18/12/2025
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 Leicester and London Gatwick Airport

Here is a map with all coach stations in Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Leicester - London Gatwick Airportroute is available from £7 and takes 4h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £7 to £84. 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 Leicester - London Gatwick Airport route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is offered by roughly 36 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 Leicester take?

The quickest transfer from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £12. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Leicester at 09:20. 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport?

The latest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Leicester at 23:45. 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 Leicester - London Gatwick Airport route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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: FlixBus and National Express.

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

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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to London Gatwick Airport on your planned travel date.

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

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