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 $33. 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 214 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 39 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.

Bus from Cardiff to Gatwick starting at $18 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on February 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	4:10am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	11:25pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 35m	4:00am	Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)	Fastest
Bus	11:40pm	Sophia Gardens	4h 40m	4:20am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Sophia Gardens	4h 40m	4:20am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Sophia Gardens	4h 50m	4:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on February 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Sophia Gardens	4h 25m	9:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	1:55am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 55m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on February 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	4:10am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	1:55am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 55m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on February 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45pm	Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens	6h 10m	1:55am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 45m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:50am	Sophia Gardens	4h	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sophia Gardens	4h	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on March 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:50am	Sophia Gardens	4h	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 45m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:50am	Sophia Gardens	4h	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sophia Gardens	4h	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on March 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 50m	8:00am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	1:55am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 55m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on March 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Sophia Gardens	4h 50m	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	1:55am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 55m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on March 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Sophia Gardens	4h 25m	9:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	1:55am	Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park)	3h 55m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 45m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Sophia Gardens	4h 10m	5:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Gatwick

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

212 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $131	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$111 - $436	Average Duration3h 7m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $37	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Gatwick?

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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B
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
Visit page
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

Stops in Gatwick

A
London Gatwick Airport
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,875 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Users consistently highlight the clean and comfortable buses, along with friendly and capable drivers. Many appreciated punctuality, on-board amenities like WiFi and toilets, as well as a stress-free travel experience. Despite occasional delays due to unforeseen circumstances, travelers were generally satisfied with their journeys.

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.

November 24, 2024

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.

September 27, 2022

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.

July 20, 2022

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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 $33. 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 214 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 39 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.

Best price found

02-23

$32

02-24

$32

Today

$32

02-26

$29

02-27

$30

02-28

$29

03-01

$25

03-02

$26

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Gatwick was searched and found on Mar 1, 2026 with a price of $25

To 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 $25 to $161 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 $25 which is on 2026-03-01.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.