Gatwick Airport to Bristol: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
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Coach from Gatwick to Bristol
Travel from Gatwick to Bristol by coach in as little as 3 hours 25 minutes from just £18.60 one-way*, with up to 10 daily services running from early morning through the night. Forget the cost of a Gatwick to Bristol train ticket or the stress of hiring a car after a long flight - step off the plane, board your coach at the terminal, and sit back while we take you straight to Bristol city centre.
Our Gatwick to Bristol network
Coaches from Gatwick to Bristol operate across three services, giving you plenty of departure options throughout the day and night. All services depart from both Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Gatwick Airport North Terminal, with routes via Heathrow Airport. Whether you need a bus from London Gatwick to Bristol via Heathrow, or a service that calls at London Victoria, there is a departure to suit your schedule. Check the route map and use our Journey Planner to find the best option for your trip.
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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.
Departing from Gatwick Airport
Finding your coach
All Gatwick Airport to Bristol coaches depart from stops at both the South and North Terminals. Follow the coach signs inside the terminal to reach the boarding area. If you are arriving on a flight into London Gatwick Airport (LGW), check which terminal you land at so you can head straight to the right coach stop. See our detailed facility pages for directions: Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal.
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. Live location updates mean you can time your walk perfectly, whether you are grabbing a coffee in the terminal or waiting at arrivals.
Direct from the terminal door
Your coach picks up right outside the terminal building, so there are no shuttle buses or long transfers to worry about. Taking the bus from Gatwick Airport to Bristol could not be simpler.
Planning your time
We recommend allowing at least 90 minutes between your flight's scheduled landing time and your coach departure. This gives you comfortable time for immigration, baggage collection, and reaching the coach stop. Our first service departs at 1:10 am, making it easy to connect with late-night and early-morning flights at Gatwick.
Gatwick coach station and Bristol arrival facilities
At Gatwick, coach stops are located at both terminals with clear signage to guide you. For full details on waiting areas and amenities, visit our Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal pages. Once you arrive in Bristol, your coach drops you at Bristol Coach Station on Marlborough Street (BS1 3NU), right in the city centre. Local bus connections and a taxi rank are within a short walk. Find out more about our Bristol Coach Station facilities.