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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sophia Gardens | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park) | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Gatwick?
Stops in Cardiff
- A
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - B2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- C
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
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The service is praised for being simple and stress-free, with customers happy about arriving ahead of schedule. Passengers appreciate the spacious seating and cleanliness of the buses, as well as friendly drivers. Despite occasional lateness, overall experiences are positive with amenities like WiFi available on board.
National Express Cardiff Gatwick recent customer reviews
The drivers card wasn't working when drivers changed at Newport. Driver had to obtain code from DVLA which took ages and then we got stuck.in traffic.. I was an hour late getting to the airport!
Angela H.
Very happy as had plenty of room don’t know what it would have been like if I had someone next to me
Kay C.
Despite lateness and of course an accident on the road that wasn't their fault AMAZING trip, lovely bus driver, 5 stars! AND there was WiFi.
Cat S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Gatwick by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick start from $16. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The average bus travel time from Cardiff to Gatwick is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 213 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Gatwick route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Gatwick at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Gatwick?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Gatwick generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Gatwick was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $153 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-01-10.
