Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
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Coach transfer from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport
Travel from Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport in as little as 50 minutes from just £14.90 one-way*, with up to 56 coaches departing daily. Forget expensive taxis or the long, indirect train route through central London - sit back with free Wi-Fi and let us handle your Heathrow to Gatwick transfer while you focus on the trip ahead.
Our coaches pick up from 3 convenient locations across Heathrow Airport, including the Central Bus Station (serving Terminals 2 and 3), Terminal 4, and Terminal 5. Wherever your flight lands, there is a nearby departure point, which means less walking with heavy bags. Each passenger can bring 1 large suitcase (or 2 medium cases) plus 1 soft hand luggage item, giving families and groups plenty of room for everything they need.
Every ticket comes with a guaranteed seat, so there is no standing and no uncertainty. Our flexible ticket options let you amend your travel plans, and you can board a similar service up to 3 hours either side of your booked departure time. Coaches drop you directly at the terminal door at Gatwick Airport, making National Express the stress-free, reliable way to transfer from Heathrow to Gatwick.
Heathrow to Gatwick route map
Our Heathrow to Gatwick network
We operate 5 services on the Heathrow to Gatwick route, with up to 56 departures per day across the following coaches:
Getting from Heathrow to Gatwick could not be simpler. Whether you need an LHR to LGW transfer between connecting flights or an express coach from London Heathrow to London Gatwick, our Journey Planner will find the fastest departure for your schedule. If you are planning how to get from Heathrow to Gatwick, check the route map to see exactly where each service stops.
Departing from Heathrow Airport
Finding your coach
Coaches from Heathrow to Gatwick depart from three points across the airport. If your flight arrives at Terminal 2 or 3, head to the Heathrow Central Bus Station. Arriving at Terminal 4? Coaches depart from outside Heathrow Terminal 4. For Terminal 5, board outside Heathrow Terminal 5. Travelling alone? Your driver will help load and unload your bags, so there is no heavy lifting to worry about.
Track your coach in real-time
Use our Coach Tracker tool to see exactly where your driver is and when they will arrive at your stop. It takes the guesswork out of waiting and helps you time your walk from the terminal perfectly.
Direct from the terminal door
Our coaches pick you up directly at the terminal, making this the most convenient bus from Heathrow to Gatwick. No shuttle buses to a remote car park, no navigating underground station platforms - just step outside and board.
Planning your time
After landing at Heathrow, allow enough time for immigration, baggage collection, and walking to your coach stop. We recommend arriving at the stop around 10 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure smooth boarding and luggage loading.
Facilities at Heathrow and Gatwick
While you wait for your coach at Heathrow, the airport offers cafes, shops, restaurants, comfortable rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines, and ticket machines near every stop. At Gatwick, coaches call at both Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal, with a wide range of shops, cafes, and restaurants within a short walk.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.