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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cardiff and Gatwick?
Gatwick
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London Gatwick Airport
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at €68
Great Western Railway Cardiff Gatwick recent customer reviews
The train didn’t go to Gatwick, I ended up in Paddington station, No announcements and then had a struggle to get a connection to Gatwick. Very poor
Alfie M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Gatwick by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick start from €68. The average price for this train route is around €137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Gatwick is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 2m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Gatwick departs at 07:17. And the latest train departs at 21:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €130To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €130 to €257 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €130, which is on 2026-01-28.