Travel from London Gatwick Airport to London Heathrow Airport by bus

Gatwick to Heathrow airport transfers

The bus from London Gatwick Airport to London Heathrow Airport connects two of the UK's major international airports across 42 miles. FlixBus runs up to 69 services a day on this route, with a minimum journey time of 1 hour.

It is one of the most direct ways to move between the two airports, without routing through central London.

Gatwick is the UK's second-busiest airport, handling a large volume of short-haul, charter, and low-cost routes. Heathrow is the country's main long-haul hub, with connections to North America, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. For many travellers, the bus from Gatwick to Heathrow is the link between those two parts of a longer journey.

Who is this airport transfer ideal for?

Travellers connecting between airports.

If you have landed at Gatwick and your next flight departs from Heathrow, the FlixBus coach is a direct, seat-guaranteed connection. With an airport transfer, you don't need to navigate public transport with all your bags.

Passengers with split-airport itineraries.

Booking a flight into Gatwick and out of Heathrow is a well-established way for budget travelers to access cheaper fares or a wider choice of routes. This transfer makes that combination practical.

Long-haul travellers.

If you are heading to Heathrow for an intercontinental flight, arriving relaxed matters. The coach lets you sit down, charge your devices, and get settled rather than standing in a crowded train carriage.

Travellers carrying luggage.

You can bring one carry-on and one checked bag for free. This way, you are not squeezing bags into overhead racks or paying extra for the privilege.

Finding your bus stop at Gatwick

FlixBus departs from the coach station at both terminals. At South Terminal, head to Stop 6. At North Terminal, it is Stops 4 and 5. Both stops are wheelchair accessible. Follow the coach signs from the arrivals concourse.

Getting to Heathrow Airport by bus

The minimum journey time from Gatwick to Heathrow is about 1 hour. The M25 can add to that during busy periods, so allow extra time when planning a tight connection. On board, you have free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining seats with extra legroom, and a toilet.

The coach arrives at either Heathrow Central Bus Station (serving Terminals 2 and 3) or the Terminal 5 stop at bays 11 to 15, depending on your booking.

If your departing flight is from T5, make sure you select that stop when booking the coach ticket. The T5 stop is around 15 minutes from the central terminals.

Plan your airport connection

Journey time alone does not tell the whole story. After landing at Gatwick, you still have to collect bags, reach the coach station, complete the journey, and walk to your check-in desk at Heathrow. This all adds up to your travel time.

Give yourself enough time across every step. Use the FlixBus app to check live departures and track your coach in real time on the day.

Luggage

One carry-on and one checked bag travel free on the bus from Gatwick to Heathrow. These limits apply only to bus journeys with FlixBus and are independent of your airline's baggage policy. Check both before you travel.

Booking your coach tickets

Booking your airport transfer from London Gatwick Airport to London Heathrow Airport in advance gives you access to the lowest fares.

You can buy on the website or in the FlixBus app. On the day of your trip, show your QR code to the driver, there's no need to print the tickets.