The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Buses per day
89
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 89 buses that leave Leicester for London Gatwick Airport on Mon, May 04, 58 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 04 the direct buses cover the 177 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Mon, May 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus1:25 PM4h10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station5:35 PMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:25 PM4h20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station5:45 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 AM4h05Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)12:45 PMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:15 AM4h40Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:55 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 AM4h15Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)12:55 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:45 AM3h45Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:30 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM3h50Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)7:35 PMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 AM3h55Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)7:35 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:45 AM3h55Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 AM3h55Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)4:50 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 177 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Sunday, May 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX440 · NX025 | On time 2:10 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h50 | 8:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 3:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h20 | 7:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 3:10 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h50 | 9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 7:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h15 | 7:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 3:40 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 6h50 | 10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h50 | 7:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h00 | 7:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 4:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h20 | 9:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h00 | 9:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 5:55 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h50 | 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 2:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h05 | 2:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h20 | 4:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h15 | 4:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 5:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h05 | 5:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h55 | 4:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX200 | On time 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 6:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX200 | 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 6:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h15 | 6:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h05 | 6:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h55 | 6:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h45 | 6:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 2:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 7:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 2:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 7:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 7:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX200 | On time 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h00 | 8:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h15 | 7:35 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX200 | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h10 | 8:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h55 | 7:35 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h05 | 7:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 8:40 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 8:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h05 | 8:40 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h15 | 8:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | 5:55 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h10 | 11:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 6:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 10:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 6:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 11:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 10:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h15 | 11:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h05 | 10:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | Delayed 6:45 AM 6:50 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | Delayed 6:45 AM 6:50 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 12:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | 7:00 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h05 | 12:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | 7:25 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h40 | 1:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX200 | On time 7:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h50 | 12:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX200 | 7:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h00 | 12:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 7:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h20 | 1:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 7:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h30 | 1:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h40 | 12:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h30 | 12:45 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | 8:35 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h30 | 2:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h05 | 12:45 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h15 | 12:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 1:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | 9:35 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h35 | 3:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 10:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 2:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 10:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 2:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h55 | 3:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 3:15 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX201 | 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX201 | 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h25 | 4:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h20 | 3:15 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h30 | 3:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h40 | 4:15 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h50 | 4:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | 11:40 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 6h30 | 6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h25 | 4:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h15 | 4:15 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h20 | 5:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 1:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 1:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 6:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX025 | 1:40 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 5h30 | 7:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h00 | 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h10 | 11:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h40 | 1:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h30 | 1:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Buses from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport run on average 61 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 177 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 177 km |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 61 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Leicester to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to London Gatwick Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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