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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Gatwick Airport to Reading from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£18
tomorrow
£20
Sunday
£20
Monday
£20
Tuesday
£20
Wednesday
£13
Thursday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 30m 07:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
National Express 4h 40m 05:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 5h 0m 12:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:10 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
FlixBus 4h 5m 21:20 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24
FlixBus 3h 55m 21:30 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 55m 07:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 5h 5m 08:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 4h 40m 12:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
FlixBus 4h 5m 21:20 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24
FlixBus 3h 55m 21:30 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 40m
      0
      04:40
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      07:20
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      09:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 55m 07:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 4h 10m 06:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 5m 08:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 4h 40m 12:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £25
National Express 5h 5m 15:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 25m
      0
      11:00
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      12:25
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 25m
      0
      14:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      15:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 06:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 4h 40m 05:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 4h 50m 12:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:00 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 15:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £23
National Express 5h 25m 07:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 30m
      0
      03:50
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      05:30
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      09:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 5m 05:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 5h 25m 06:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 5h 25m 07:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 4h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 14:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 10m 14:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 40m
      0
      05:40
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      07:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      09:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 06:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £13
National Express 5h 5m 05:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 25m 07:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 4h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 14:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 10m 14:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 06:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £15
National Express 5h 5m 05:40 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
National Express 5h 25m 07:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
National Express 4h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 14:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
National Express 5h 10m 14:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 40m
      0
      05:40
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      07:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      09:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Reading is £13 on 10/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Reading. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 18 coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading, with only 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Reading starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 3h 55m
Earliest Coach 05:40
Latest Coach 14:10
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 64.5 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave London Gatwick Airport for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£18
Saturday 06/12
£24
Sunday 07/12
£20
Monday 08/12
£20
Tuesday 09/12
£20
Wednesday 10/12
£13
Thursday 11/12
£15
Friday 12/12
Saturday 13/12
£30
Sunday 14/12
£20
Monday 15/12
£20
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
£19
Friday 19/12
£24
Saturday 20/12
£21
Sunday 21/12
£21
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
£20
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
£25
Saturday 27/12
£20
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Reading. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, with £13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

How to save money travelling from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Reading 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 London Gatwick Airport to Reading, 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 London Gatwick Airport to Reading are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

These are the most booked bus companies between London Gatwick Airport to Reading from our users.

National Express from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:40
Last Coach 14:10
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 05/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Reading

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London Gatwick Airport and Reading.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading? Compare all modes of transports from London Gatwick Airport to Reading.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Reading? Or which bus companies serve the route London Gatwick Airport to Reading? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the London Gatwick Airport to Reading bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Gatwick Airport - Reading route is available from £13 and takes 5h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection London Gatwick Airport to Reading is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £25. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Gatwick Airport to Reading is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Reading is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Reading departs from London Gatwick Airport at 05:40. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from London Gatwick Airport at 14:10. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Reading route?

Passengers looking to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading 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 London Gatwick Airport and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading 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 Reading from London Gatwick Airport?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to London Gatwick Airport and to Reading

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