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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Sophia Gardens | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Cardiff Gate (Event services only, Coach Park) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Sophia Gardens | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Sophia Gardens | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Sophia Gardens | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 289, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gatwick and Cardiff?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - 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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Passengers generally appreciate the punctuality, cleanliness, and comfort of the buses. The staff is often described as polite and helpful. However, some users mentioned issues with air conditioning being too strong at night and occasional delays due to high demand or external factors like rail strikes.
National Express Gatwick Cardiff recent customer reviews
Quiet trip. Good coach. Spacious. Some waste of time at Heathrow. Nothing really bad.
Rafael L.
Coach punctual arriving on time,polite driver,smooth drive.Coach clean and comfortable.
Geoffrey M.
My phone was stolen with my bank cards and bus details, but driver wasn't helpfull, got home another way.
Peter G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Cardiff by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gatwick to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gatwick to Cardiff start at R 182. The average price for this route is around R 571. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Gatwick to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Gatwick to Cardiff is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 211 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Gatwick to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 45 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gatwick to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Gatwick to Cardiff at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gatwick to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Gatwick to Cardiff produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Cardiff was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 442To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gatwick to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 442 to R 1 798 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 442, which is on 2025-12-17.
