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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington10:433h52Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:35Cardiff Central (CDF)£421One-way2 changes- C01226+C82257+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington10:153h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:34Cardiff Central (CDF)£421One-way2 changes
- C01227+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+C822539:153h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:34Cardiff Central (CDF)£421One-way2 changes
- C00840+C82265+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington12:153h25Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£421One-way2 changes
- C50047+C82261+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington11:153h20Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:35Cardiff Central (CDF)£421One-way2 changes
- C33164 · C0122610:253h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:34Cardiff Central (CDF)£771One-way1 change
- C33162 · C012279:253h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:34Cardiff Central (CDF)£771One-way1 change
- C33166 · C5004711:253h10Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:35Cardiff Central (CDF)£771One-way1 change
- C33168 · C0084012:253h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£771One-way1 change
- C01226+C82257+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington10:153h19Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:34Cardiff Central (CDF)£421One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 212 km
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£63 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C42394 · C42179 | On time 16:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h11 | 20:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
C42179+ C02656+ C37351 | Delayed 17:18 17:06Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h04 | 20:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| C42180+G26446+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | Delayed 17:48 17:26Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h11 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| C42395 · C42180 | On time 17:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h08 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42180+C02646+C37361 | Delayed 17:48 17:36Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h01 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W34647+G26450+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | Delayed 18:18 17:56Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h15 | 21:11 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 4:46 |
Last train 20:19 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the London Paddington to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport 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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