London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central train

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Showing times and prices for Apr 02

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First Great Western Service
10:16AMGatwick Airport3h19 01:35PMCardiff Central
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Southern Service
10:43AMGatwick Airport5h02 03:45PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
11:15AMGatwick Airport3h17 02:32PMCardiff Central
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Southern Service
11:43AMGatwick Airport4h58 04:41PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
12:15PMGatwick Airport3h24 03:39PMCardiff Central
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Train schedule from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 2
First Great Western Service
10:16AMGatwick Airport3h19 01:35PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
10:43AMGatwick Airport5h02 03:45PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
11:15AMGatwick Airport3h17 02:32PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
11:43AMGatwick Airport4h58 04:41PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
12:15PMGatwick Airport3h24 03:39PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
12:43PMGatwick Airport5h01 05:44PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
01:16PMGatwick Airport3h18 04:34PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
01:43PMGatwick Airport4h58 06:41PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
02:15PMGatwick Airport3h23 05:38PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
02:59PMGatwick Airport4h45 07:44PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
03:15PMGatwick Airport3h19 06:34PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
03:59PMGatwick Airport4h31 08:30PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
04:16PMGatwick Airport3h18 07:34PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
05:11PMGatwick Airport4h20 09:31PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
05:15PMGatwick Airport3h19 08:34PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
06:11PMGatwick Airport4h22 10:33PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
06:16PMGatwick Airport3h19 09:35PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
07:11PMGatwick Airport4h22 11:33PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
07:16PMGatwick Airport3h21 10:37PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
08:16PMGatwick Airport3h22 11:38PMCardiff Central
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
11:04PMGatwick Airport9h00 08:04AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
Southern Service
11:11PMGatwick Airport10h35 09:46AMCardiff Central
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Fastest Journey

3 h 17 m

Average

3 h 18 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

212 km

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

First Great Western Service
11:15AMGatwick Airport3h17 02:32PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
01:16PMGatwick Airport3h18 04:34PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
04:16PMGatwick Airport3h18 07:34PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
10:16AMGatwick Airport3h19 01:35PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
03:15PMGatwick Airport3h19 06:34PMCardiff Central
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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central

distanceDistance131 miles (211 km)
frequencyTrain frequency34 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersGreat Western Railway or Southern Service

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central cover the 131 miles (211 km) long journey 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.

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Train information from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central with Southern:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 13 min
  • Southern frequency: 18 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from London 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central.
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On average the London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central train time is 4 h 19 min  covering the 131 mile (211 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central leaves at 5: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner  from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central leaves at 11: 20 PM.
There are 34 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central which require at least one change with Great Western Railway or Southern Service. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central, you can count on Great Western Railway or Southern Service for the best way to get you to Cardiff Central. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 20 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Cardiff Central from London Gatwick Airport including taking a bus, flight or train.

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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