✈ Bus and Coach Southampton - London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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

Check the bus schedule for Southampton 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

£17

tomorrow

£16

Sunday

Monday

£13

Tuesday

£14

Wednesday

£16

Thursday

£15

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 15m	07:15	Southampton	Coach Station	11:30	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 07:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 11:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	4h 15m	10:50	Southampton	Coach Station	15:05	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 10:50:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	4h 25m	07:15	Southampton	Coach Station	11:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 07:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 11:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	2h 45m	05:20	Southampton	Coach Station	08:05	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 05:20:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
National Express	2h 55m	08:55	Southampton	Coach Station	11:50	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 08:55:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 25m	17:15	Southampton	University	21:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 17:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 30m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	21:30	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 17:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
FlixBus	4h 40m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	21:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 17:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
National Express	2h 35m	05:20	Southampton	Coach Station	07:55	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 05:20:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 07:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	2h 45m	08:55	Southampton	Coach Station	11:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 08:55:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 11:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 15m	07:15	Southampton	Coach Station	11:30	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 07:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 11:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	4h 5m	07:15	Southampton	Coach Station	11:20	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 07:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 11:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	4h 20m	09:15	Southampton	Coach Station	13:35	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 09:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
National Express	3h 10m	10:45	Southampton	Coach Station	13:55	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 10:45:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 13:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	3h 5m	12:15	Southampton	Coach Station	15:20	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 12:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 30m	09:15	Southampton	Coach Station	13:45	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 09:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 13:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
FlixBus	4h 25m	10:50	Southampton	Coach Station	15:15	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 10:50:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 15:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 40m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	21:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 17:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
National Express	3h 0m	08:45	Southampton	Coach Station	11:45	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 08:45:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
National Express	3h 10m	08:45	Southampton	Coach Station	11:55	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 08:45:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 11:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 20m	09:15	Southampton	Coach Station	13:35	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 09:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	4h 15m	10:50	Southampton	Coach Station	15:05	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 10:50:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	4h 30m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	21:30	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 17:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
National Express	3h 20m	07:00	Southampton	Coach Station	10:20	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£33	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 07:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
National Express	3h 40m	16:30	Southampton	Coach Station	20:10	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£33	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 16:30:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 30m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	21:30	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 17:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
FlixBus	4h 40m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	21:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 17:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
FlixBus	4h 25m	17:15	Southampton	University	21:40	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 17:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	3h 5m	12:15	Southampton	Coach Station	15:20	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 12:15:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 45m	15:00	Southampton	Coach Station	18:45	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 15:00:00 to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport is £11 on 01/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Southampton 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.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 56 daily coaches from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 40 daily coaches between Southampton and London Gatwick Airport.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 110 coaches from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Southampton and London Gatwick Airport, with only 40 offers.

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

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 46 times by bus from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport in one click. Book your Southampton to London Gatwick Airport bus ticket starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus	£11
Fastest Bus	2h 30m
Earliest Coach	01:50
Latest Coach	20:55
Daily Bus Connections	46 Ø
Distance	89.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

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

Every day, 46 buses from 2 coach companies leave Southampton for London Gatwick Airport. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£24

Saturday 06/12

£24

Sunday 07/12

£12

Monday 08/12

£32

Tuesday 09/12

£14

Wednesday 10/12

£33

Thursday 11/12

£32

Friday 12/12

£17

Saturday 13/12

£36

Sunday 14/12

£21

Monday 15/12

£18

Tuesday 16/12

£18

Wednesday 17/12

£24

Thursday 18/12

£20

Friday 19/12

£22

Saturday 20/12

£38

Sunday 21/12

£22

Monday 22/12

£39

Tuesday 23/12

£19

Wednesday 24/12

£23

Thursday 25/12

£63

Friday 26/12

£26

Saturday 27/12

£46

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £13, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £17.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

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

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

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

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

National Express from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport

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

Cheapest Price	£24
Fastest Coach	2h 30m
Earliest Coach	01:50
Last Coach	20:55
Daily Connections	31 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

FlixBus from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport

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

Cheapest Price	£13
Fastest Coach	3h 20m
Earliest Coach	07:15
Last Coach	17:15
Daily Connections	15 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

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 Southampton and London Gatwick Airport

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

Coach Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

Port

Town Quay

New Road

London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal

Upper Forecourt

London Gatwick Airport

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

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

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Southampton - London Gatwick Airportroute is available from £11 and takes 4h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to London Gatwick Airport is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £55. 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 Southampton - London Gatwick Airport route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport is offered by roughly 46 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 Southampton take?

The quickest transfer from Southampton to London Gatwick Airport is provided by National Express and takes 2h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Southampton at 01:50. 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 Southampton to London Gatwick Airport?

The latest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Southampton at 20:55. 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 Southampton - London Gatwick Airport route?

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

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton 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 Southampton?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Southampton and to London Gatwick Airport

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