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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£165
Average price
£165
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £165 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) for London Gatwick Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 211 km
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£71 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:15 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 3h40 | 10:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:24, the last at 08:11. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 07:24 |
Last train 08:11 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Gatwick Airport from £16. 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 Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Gatwick Airport
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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