Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leicester to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£14 - £81 | Average duration4h 55m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£14 - £17 | Average duration2h 30m | 7kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Gatwick?
Stops in Leicester
- A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK - B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom - C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3 - D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
Compare bus companies
According to 15 reviews, National Express received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £14
National Express Leicester Gatwick recent customer reviews
The staff are friendly but the bus was terrible re heat as the aircon was not working and no windows available. My son and I had the worst 4hr journey home from Gatwick to Leicester. With the only option to wait for another bus after a 10 hour plane journey.
Simone M.
The first bus from leicester was appalling the driver had the aircon on all the way and the bus was freezing but he didn’t want to know
Shameela S.
Found the tickets cheap just the night before I left.. everything was on point during the journey.. would defo recommended :)
Sophia T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Gatwick
What's the distance between Leicester and Gatwick by coach?
The distance between Leicester and Gatwick by coach is approximately 110 miles (177 km).
What is the best way to go from Leicester to Gatwick without a car?
You can travel to Gatwick from Leicester by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Gatwick was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £92 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-11-29.
