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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W35432+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
W455699:193h45Cardiff Central (CDF)13:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£631One-way2 changes- W35178+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W4539910:183h56Cardiff Central (CDF)14:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£631One-way2 changes
- G15045+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W4543111:183h56Cardiff Central (CDF)15:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£631One-way2 changes
- G15046+W45406+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon12:183h56Cardiff Central (CDF)16:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£631One-way2 changes
- G15041+W45402+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon8:183h56Cardiff Central (CDF)12:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£821One-way2 changes
- W35432+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W455699:193h45Cardiff Central (CDF)13:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£631One-way2 changes
- G15008 · G14902 · G1510010:303h55Cardiff Central (CDF)14:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1161One-way2 changes
- G15187 · G14903 · G1510111:003h55Cardiff Central (CDF)14:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1161One-way2 changes
- G15010 · W34490 · G1510211:303h55Cardiff Central (CDF)15:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1161One-way2 changes
- G15188 · W34493 · G1510312:003h55Cardiff Central (CDF)15:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1161One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and ferry for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 213 km
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3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15041 · G15096 | 8:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G15041+W45402+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 8:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 12:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W34974 · G14899 · G15096 | 8:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h58 | 12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W35432 · G15098 | 9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h06 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| W35432+W45569+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h45 | 13:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15006 · G14900 · G15098 | 9:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h57 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W35178 · G15100 | 10:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| W35178+W45399+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 10:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 14:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15008 · G14902 · G15100 | 10:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h55 | 14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15187 · G14903 · G15101 | 11:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h55 | 14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15045 · G15102 | 11:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G15045+W45431+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 11:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 15:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15010 · W34490 · G15102 | 11:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h55 | 15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15188 · W34493 · G15103 | 12:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h55 | 15:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G15046 · G15104 | 12:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 16:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G15046+W45406+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 12:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 16:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 20:20 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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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