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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cardiff Central | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cardiff Central | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cardiff Central | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick to Cardiff
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 R 185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Gatwick and Cardiff?
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 about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 624
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Cardiff start from R 2 624. The average price for this train route is around R 3 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
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.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Cardiff was searched and found on 06 Apr 2026 with a price of R 2 497To 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 R 2 497 to R 4 960 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 R 2 497, which is on 2026-04-06.
