Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central train

Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Cheapest

173

Average

184

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

Cheapest
06:00AMGatwick Airport3h38 09:38AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
1731One-way
06:06AMGatwick Airport3h03 09:09AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
07:36AMGatwick Airport3h01 10:37AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
07:06AMGatwick Airport3h04 10:10AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
06:36AMGatwick Airport3h02 09:38AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way

Train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 29
06:00AMGatwick Airport3h38 09:38AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
06:06AMGatwick Airport3h03 09:09AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
06:36AMGatwick Airport3h02 09:38AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
07:02AMGatwick Airport3h08 10:10AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
07:06AMGatwick Airport3h04 10:10AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
07:36AMGatwick Airport3h01 10:37AMCardiff Central
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Fastest Journey

3 h 1 m

Average

3 h 3 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

213 km

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

Fastest
07:36AMGatwick Airport3h01 10:37AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
06:36AMGatwick Airport3h02 09:38AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
06:06AMGatwick Airport3h03 09:09AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
07:06AMGatwick Airport3h04 10:10AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
1871One-way
07:02AMGatwick Airport3h08 10:10AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
1921One-way

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Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

distanceDistance131 miles (212 km)
frequencyTrain frequency34 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersGreat Western Railway or Southern Service

Trains from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central cover the 131 miles (212 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 19 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway or Southern Service. Normally, there are 34 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Gatwick Airport and arrive in Cardiff Central.

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    Travel Tips: Trains from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

    Travel Tips: Travel by train to Cardiff Central 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 Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central.
    FAQs
    When traveling this route you should expect the distance to Cardiff Central from Gatwick Airport by train to be approximately 131 miles (212 km).
    The train time between Gatwick Airport and Cardiff Central is on average 4 h 19 min  for the 131 mile (212 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Gatwick Airport and Cardiff Central by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

    When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Gatwick Airport   and arriving in Cardiff Central.

    The most popular departure train station with passengers for this route, called Gatwick Airport, is located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) from the city center of Gatwick Airport.

    The most popular arrival train station, Cardiff Central, is located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city center of Cardiff Central.

    For the journey from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central you can take a train with Great Western Railway or Southern Service. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
    On average, there are 34 trains a day from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
    The earliest train for this route departs from Gatwick Airport at 5: 10 AM. The last train leaves from Gatwick Airport at 11: 20 PM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

    Trains departing from Gatwick Airport

    Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center
    Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center
    4.8 miles (7.8 km)
    Ticket Office Hours
    Ticket Office Hours
    24/7
    How to get to this station?
    How to get to this station?
    Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
    Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
    Onward travel information: Available from airport.
    Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
    Nearest Airport
    Nearest Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    1 miles (1 km)
    How to get to nearest airport?
    How to get to nearest airport?
    The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.
    Amenities at station
    Wifi
    Wifi
    Free Wi-Fi in the station.
    ATM
    ATM
    Located outside the station as well as on concourse.
    Taxi
    Taxi
    Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
    Lockers
    Lockers
    Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.
    Parking
    Parking
    Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 1900 (including handicapped parking spaces) Parking Pricing: £8. 00 for 1 hour | £25. 00 for 1 day
    Dining
    Dining
    Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's
    Car Rentals
    Car Rentals
    Enterprise | Alamo | Hertz | SIXT | Europcar | Avis
    Information Desk
    Information Desk
    Located inside the main terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

    Trains arriving to Cardiff Central

    Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
    Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
    1.1 miles (1.8 km)
    Ticket Office Hours
    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?
    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
    Nearest Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14 miles (22 km)
    How to get to nearest airport?
    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
    Wifi
    Free Wi-Fi in the station.
    ATM
    ATM
    Located outside of the main entrance.
    Taxi
    Taxi
    Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
    Parking
    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
    Shopping
    Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
    Dining
    Dining
    Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
    Car Rentals
    Car Rentals
    Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
    Information Desk
    Information Desk
    Helpline Contact: 03333 211202 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
    Accessibility
    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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