Train from Gatwick to Cardiff: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Gatwick to Cardiff on 26 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Cardiff CentralCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Cardiff CentralFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Cardiff CentralNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Cardiff CentralNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

68bus per day
4h 55mAverage duration
213 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average pricePLN 40 - PLN 330Average duration4h 55m
5kg CO₂e
Average pricePLN 562 - PLN 1,141Average duration3h 9m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Cardiff by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Gatwick to Cardiff?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Cardiff start from PLN 562. The average price for this train route is around PLN 765. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Cardiff?

    The average train journey time from Gatwick to Cardiff is 3h 9m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Cardiff route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Cardiff?

    The earliest train from Gatwick to Cardiff departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
PLN 741
24/04
PLN 768
Today
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26/04
PLN 554
27/04
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28/04
PLN 688
29/04
PLN 741
30/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Cardiff was searched and found on 26 Apr 2026 with a price of PLN 554

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 554 to PLN 1,094 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 554, which is on 2026-04-26.

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