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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for Mar 26

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08:50AMCardiff Central3h18 12:08PMGatwick Airport

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09:40AMCardiff Central2h58 12:38PMGatwick Airport

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09:40AMCardiff Central3h05 12:45PMGatwick Airport

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10:20AMCardiff Central2h48 01:08PMGatwick Airport

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10:20AMCardiff Central3h25 01:45PMGatwick Airport

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Train schedule from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport

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First Great Western Service

08:50AMCardiff Central3h18 12:08PMGatwick Airport

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09:40AMCardiff Central2h58 12:38PMGatwick Airport

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09:40AMCardiff Central3h05 12:45PMGatwick Airport

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10:20AMCardiff Central2h48 01:08PMGatwick Airport

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10:20AMCardiff Central3h25 01:45PMGatwick Airport

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11:20AMCardiff Central2h48 02:08PMGatwick Airport

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11:20AMCardiff Central3h25 02:45PMGatwick Airport

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12:20PMCardiff Central2h48 03:08PMGatwick Airport

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12:20PMCardiff Central3h25 03:45PMGatwick Airport

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01:20PMCardiff Central2h48 04:08PMGatwick Airport

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01:20PMCardiff Central3h25 04:45PMGatwick Airport

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02:20PMCardiff Central2h48 05:08PMGatwick Airport

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02:20PMCardiff Central3h25 05:45PMGatwick Airport

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03:17PMCardiff Central2h51 06:08PMGatwick Airport

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03:17PMCardiff Central3h28 06:45PMGatwick Airport

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04:20PMCardiff Central2h48 07:08PMGatwick Airport

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04:20PMCardiff Central3h25 07:45PMGatwick Airport

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05:20PMCardiff Central2h48 08:08PMGatwick Airport

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05:20PMCardiff Central3h26 08:46PMGatwick Airport

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06:20PMCardiff Central3h00 09:20PMGatwick Airport

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07:20PMCardiff Central3h27 10:47PMGatwick Airport

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08:20PMCardiff Central3h00 11:20PMGatwick Airport

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09:20PMCardiff Central3h21 12:41AMGatwick Airport

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Fastest train times from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport

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Fastest Journey

2 h 48 m

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2 h 48 m

Trains per day

Distance

212 km

It's difficult to get from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport

	Distance	131 miles (211 km)
	Train frequency	39 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Great Western Railway

Trains from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport cover the 131 miles (211 km) long route taking on average 3 h 8 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway. Normally, there are 39 trains operating per day, including direct services available.

Travel Tips: Trains from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport

Travel Tips: Travel by train to London Gatwick Airport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport.

The distance to London Gatwick Airport from Cardiff Central by train is approximately 131 miles (211 km).

While the time it takes to travel 131 miles (211 km) between Cardiff Central and London Gatwick Airport can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport train journey time is on average 3 h 8 min.

When taking a train from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport, you can count on Great Western Railway for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to London Gatwick Airport from Cardiff Central and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

On average, there are 39 trains a day from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

You can take the first train from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport at 5: 07 AM. The last train from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport that you can take departs at 9: 20 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Cardiff Central to London Gatwick Airport schedule to help you book the best departure time for this route.

Trains departing from Cardiff Central

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450507080

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center

1.1 miles (1.8 km)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30

How to get to this station?

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

Nearest Airport

Cardiff Airport
14 miles (22 km)

How to get to nearest airport?

Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located outside of the main entrance.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance

Parking

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 23: 59 | Sat: 06: 00 - 01: 30 Parking space: 388 Parking Pricing: €1. 00 for 2 hours | €2. 00 for 4 hours | €4. 00 for 1 day

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store

Dining

Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express

Car Rentals

Avis | Enterprise | Europcar

Information Desk

Helpline Contact: 03333 211202 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

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