Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$196

Average price

$219

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.

Fast trains

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

P08603 · P08233

05:11AM3h28

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:39AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1961One-way

1 transfer

Y36667+

P07936+

P08234

05:32AM3h36

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:08AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$2301One-way

2 transfers

Y36664+

P06554+

P08233

05:19AM3h20

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:39AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$2301One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 131 miles (212 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€119 Average price	€18 Average price Cheapest
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 4:11 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
P08603 · P08233	On time 4:11 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h28	7:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	1 transfer
Y36664+P06554+P08233	On time 4:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h20	7:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	2 transfers
Y36667+P07936+P08234	On time 4:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h36	8:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	2 transfers
This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

United Kingdom

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $19 (€15)

Distance

131 miles (212 km)

Average train duration

2h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$48 (€39)

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 5m

First train

04:11

Last train

19:36

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $19 (€15)

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western and Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains

Find the best trains to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail, first_great_western and Southern from $43 (€35). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 3 h
Cheapest Price: $43

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train information with Southern:

Average Duration: 4 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $318
Southern frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

FAQs: Travel by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF).

Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can start from as little as $45 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is $145 (€117); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train time is 3 h 1 min covering the 131 mile (212 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 4: 11 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 6: 15 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, first_great_western or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you can take a train with Great Western Rail, first_great_western or Thameslink. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 15 PM.

A trip to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train is June.

You have options as you can travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 2 different ways: train or bus.