The average bus between Reading and Gatwick takes 2h 1m and the fastest bus takes 1h 38m. The bus service runs several times per day from Reading to Gatwick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Reading and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 11:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 3:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 54m • 1 change
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1h 54m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to Gatwick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir station and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal station via Heathrow Terminal 5 station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Reading to Gatwick bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.
Reading to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.
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The distance between Reading and Gatwick is 63.5 km. The road distance is 83 km.
You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 1h 50m.