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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
213 km
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 $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) without transferring at least once.
W32979+
C37199+
G149399:02 AM4h14Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:16 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$791One-way2 transfers- G14939+
G26393+
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington9:56 AM3h20Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:16 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$791One-way2 transfers - G14940+G26407+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington11:56 AM3h12Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:08 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$791One-way2 transfers
- W34629+G26414+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington12:56 PM3h10Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$791One-way2 transfers
- W32938+C37271+W34629+Tube from London Bridge to Canary Wharf (Elizabeth line)11:19 AM4h47Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$791One-way3 transfers
- W45403+G14938+C372998:36 AM3h04Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:40 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$1111One-way2 transfers
- G15128 · W346189:30 AM3h07Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1571One-way1 transfer
- G15130 · W3541710:29 AM3h07Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1571One-way1 transfer
- G15134 · W3541812:29 PM3h07Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1571One-way1 transfer
- G15135 · W3462912:59 PM3h07Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1571One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry 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 $12. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $26 (€22).
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $104 (€85).
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 53m.
Bus takes on average 5h 4m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (2h 53m by train vs 3h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $59 (€49) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14939+W32979+C37199 | Delayed 10:41 AM 9:02 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h14 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G14945+C38402+W32912 | Delayed 7:48 PM 7:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h28 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15148 · G14945 | On time 7:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h18 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34652+W32918+C38483 | Delayed 8:48 PM 8:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h27 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15150 · W34652 | On time 8:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h17 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G14949+W32928+C38561 | Delayed 9:49 PM 9:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h48 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15152 · G14949 | On time 9:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h37 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
| G15123 · W35415 | 5:11 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h28 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W32962+C36932+W35415 | 5:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h20 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W45477+C38337+G14933 | 5:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h22 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15124 · G14934 | 5:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h37 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W32870+C38405+G14934 | 6:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h17 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C83034+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+G14934 | 6:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h08 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W45465+C38434+G14935 | 6:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h26 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15125 · G14935 | 7:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h12 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C83038+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+G14936 | 7:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h12 | 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C83042+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+G14937 | 7:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h12 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15126 · G14937 | 7:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h08 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W45601+C38238+G14938 | 8:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h39 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W45601+C37183+W34618 | 8:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h36 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W45403+C37299+G14938 | 8:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h04 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W32906+C37096+W34617 | 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h21 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15127 · W34617 | 9:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h10 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W32979+C37199+G14939 | 9:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h14 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G26287+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34618 | 9:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h35 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G88051+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34618 | 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h11 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15128 · W34618 | 9:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h07 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G26393+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+G14939 | 9:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h20 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15129 · G14939 | 9:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h17 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W45375+C37340+W35417 | 10:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G26396+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W35417 | 10:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h10 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15130 · W35417 | 10:29 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h07 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G28257+C38478+W34622 | 10:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h19 | 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15131 · W34622 | 10:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h09 | 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W32938+C38520+W34624 | 11:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h18 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W32938+Tube from London Bridge to Canary Wharf (Elizabeth line)+C37271+W34629 | 11:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h47 | 4:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 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)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 4:04 AM |
Last train 9:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the London Paddington to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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