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

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Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for 16 Oct

Cheapest

£33

Average

£51

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 travelling at rush hour.

04:413h27

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:08Cardiff Central (CDF)

£331One-way

0 changes

08:563h21

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

12:17Cardiff Central (CDF)

£511One-way

0 changes

10:063h00

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

13:06Cardiff Central (CDF)

£551One-way

0 changes

10:463h51

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

14:37Cardiff Central (CDF)

£551One-way

0 changes

08:194h19

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

12:38Cardiff Central (CDF)

£591One-way

0 changes

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

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 October

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Great Western Railway	16:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h13	19:39 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Railway	10:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h00	13:06 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Railway	04:41 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h27	08:08 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Railway	04:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h37	08:36 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Railway	14:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h11	17:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 changesDirect

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Train times from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for 16 Oct

Fastest Journey

3 h

Average

3 h 32 m

Trains per day

Distance

213 km

Of the 10 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

10:063h00

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

13:06Cardiff Central (CDF)

£551One-way

0 changes

14:263h11

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

17:37Cardiff Central (CDF)

£1391One-way

0 changes

16:263h13

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

19:39Cardiff Central (CDF)

£791One-way

0 changes

08:563h21

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

12:17Cardiff Central (CDF)

£511One-way

0 changes

04:413h27

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:08Cardiff Central (CDF)

£331One-way

0 changes

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

Distance	131 miles
Average train duration	3 h 6 min
Average train ticket price	£88 (€100)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Great Western Rail, Thameslink or first_great_western

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) cover the 131 miles long trip taking on average 3 h 6 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail, Thameslink or first_great_western. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £88, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £32.

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

Great Western Rail, Southern and first_great_western trains will get you to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

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

Average Duration: 3 h
Cheapest Price: £31

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. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

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

Average Duration: 4 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: £225
Southern frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train

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 £32 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is £88; 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 travel time is 3 h 6 min for the 131 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 20: 30.

There are 25 trains a day from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, Thameslink or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cardiff Central (CDF), you can count on Great Western Rail, Thameslink or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Cardiff Central (CDF). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cardiff Central (CDF) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 30.

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 6 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

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

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cardiff Central (CDF) including taking a train or coach.

Trains departing from Gatwick Airport

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center

29.3 miles (47.2 km)

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station

Nearest Airport

London Gatwick Airport
1 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located outside the station as well as on concourse.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.

Dining

Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's

Car Rentals

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

Trains arriving to Cardiff Central

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450507080

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center

1.1 miles (1.8 km)

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?

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

Cardiff Airport
14 miles

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

Free Wi-Fi in the station.