The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Buses per day
54
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 54 buses that leave Nottingham for London Gatwick Airport on Thu, Apr 02, 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct buses cover the 210 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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.
NX2303:35 PM5h45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station9:20 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South$201One-way0 transfers
NX2301:45 PM6h00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station7:45 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South$201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:25 AM5h25Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station10:50 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)$281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:10 AM5h50Nottingham, University of Nottingham11:00 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South$281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:25 PM5h10Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station5:35 PMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)$281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:35 AM4h55Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station6:30 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)$301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:30 PM5h00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station9:30 PMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)$281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:30 AM5h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station7:35 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)$291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:45 PM5h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station4:50 AMGatwick Airport (North Terminal)$291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:35 AM5h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station6:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$21 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Live departures
Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX450 · NX025 | Delayed 8:00 AM 4:45 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h30 | 11:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX201 | Delayed 8:40 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h25 | 8:10 PM 8:10 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX451 · NX025 | On time 9:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h15 | 4:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 7h05 | 5:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 6h55 | 5:15 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h10 | 4:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h20 | 4:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 12:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h40 | 6:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h25 | 6:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h15 | 6:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 1:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h20 | 8:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 8:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 3:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h10 | 9:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h10 | 8:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 5:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h40 | 10:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 7:35 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h10 | 1:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h30 | 4:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h20 | 3:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h15 | 4:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h05 | 3:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX200 | 11:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h45 | 5:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h10 | 5:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h20 | 5:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 12:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h55 | 6:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h05 | 5:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h55 | 5:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h30 | 6:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h20 | 6:35 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX200 | 1:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h05 | 7:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h05 | 6:35 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h15 | 6:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 1:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h00 | 7:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h30 | 7:40 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h40 | 7:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h25 | 7:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h15 | 7:40 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 2:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h30 | 9:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h40 | 9:00 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h50 | 9:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 3:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h05 | 9:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h50 | 10:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h40 | 9:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX025 | On time 4:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h55 | 11:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h25 | 9:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h35 | 10:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport
Buses from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport run on average 34 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Nottingham to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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