Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus

Tue, Jan 21
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Cheap bus tickets from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
04:45AM4h55
Cardiff
09:40AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$221One-way
0 transfers
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FlixBus
04:45PM5h10
Cardiff
09:55PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$221One-way
0 transfers
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FlixBus
08:45AM5h00
Cardiff
01:45PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$221One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
02:50PM5h10
Cardiff
08:00PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$221One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
06:45AM4h55
Cardiff
11:40AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$221One-way
0 transfers

Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
12:45AM Cardiff4h45 05:30AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
01:40AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h20 06:00AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
02:45AM Cardiff4h45 07:30AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
03:25AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h25 07:50AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
04:45AM Cardiff4h55 09:40AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
05:25AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h35 10:00AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
06:45AM Cardiff4h55 11:40AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
07:20AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h35 11:55AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
08:45AM Cardiff5h00 01:45PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
09:25AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h25 01:50PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
10:45AM Cardiff4h55 03:40PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
11:40AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h25 04:05PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX202
National ExpressNX202
12:35PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens5h40 06:15PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
12:45PM Cardiff5h20 06:05PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
02:35PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h35 07:10PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
02:50PM Cardiff5h10 08:00PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX202
National ExpressNX202
02:55PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens6h00 08:55PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 transfer
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
04:30PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens5h00 09:30PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
04:45PM Cardiff5h10 09:55PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX509
National ExpressNX509
07:15PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens6h40 01:55AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 transfer
National Express
NX201
National ExpressNX201
11:40PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens4h50 04:30AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

4 h 20 m

Average

4 h 58 m

Buses per day

21

Distance

212 km

Of the 21 buses that leave Cardiff for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
National Express
01:40AM4h20
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
06:00AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$471One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
09:25AM4h25
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
01:50PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$471One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
03:25AM4h25
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
07:50AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$471One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
11:40AM4h25
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
04:05PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$521One-way
0 transfers
National Express
02:35PM4h35
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
07:10PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
$521One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Buses from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 30 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€15) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
131 miles (211 km)
Average bus duration
5h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$16 (€15)
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
11
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
22:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

National Express, Megabus and FlixBus buses will get you between Cardiff and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from $2 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between Cardiff and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 52 min
  • Cheapest Price: $27
  • National Express frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

FAQs: Take the bus from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
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Cheap bus tickets from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $16 (€15) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $25 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cardiff is on average 4 h   for the 131 mile (211 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 12: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 10: 40PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services between Cardiff and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by bus is January.
You have options as you can travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cardiff 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular bus stations from Cardiff to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Cardiff
London
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff, University
Cardiff, North Road (St Josephs Convent)
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street

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