How to Travel from

South Wales to London Gatwick Airport

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Great Britain South Wales London Gatwick Airport

Cheapest

By car (284 km)

3 h 13 min

284 km.

from $15

Other

Rideshare

3 h 13 min

284 km.

from $10.80

Train

4 h 43 min

231 km.

from $220.92

Train, Plane

6 h 45 min

231 km.

from $187.89

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:

ryanair.com/

Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Monday, Friday, and Saturday

Estimated price:

$35.44–$240.50

easyJet

Website:

easyjet.com/

Plane from Bristol Airport to London

Ave. Duration:

3h 10m

Frequency:

Monday

Estimated price:

$48.10–$240.50

Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London

Ave. Duration:

3h 20m

Frequency:

Sunday

Estimated price:

$189.87–$696.18

British Airways

Website:

britishairways.com

Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London

Ave. Duration:

6h 20m

Frequency:

Saturday

Estimated price:

$151.89–$607.57

Aurigny

Website:

aurigny.com/

Plane from Bristol Airport to London

Ave. Duration:

3h 22m

Frequency:

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday

Estimated price:

$139.24–$341.76

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Newport Train Station to Gatwick

Ave. Duration:

4h 25m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$29.11–$40.50

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:

+44 3457 000 125

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

gwr.com/

Train from Cardiff Central to Reading

Ave. Duration:

1h 24m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$75.95–$164.55

Train from Reading to Gatwick

Ave. Duration:

1h 31m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$35.44–$88.60

Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol

Ave. Duration:

46 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$26.58–$63.29

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Bus from Sophia Gardens Cricket Ground to Gatwick

Ave. Duration:

4h 45m

Frequency:

Every 3 hours

Estimated price:

$40.50–$58.23

Cross Country

Phone:

0344 736 9123

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

crosscountrytrains.co.uk/

Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol

Ave. Duration:

47 min

Frequency:

Once a week

Estimated price:

$39.24–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:

03333 211 202

Website:

tfw.wales/

Train from Cwmbach to Cardiff

Ave. Duration:

59 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$10.76–$17.72

What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to bus via Newport which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The fastest way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Fernhill station and arriving at Gatwick Airport South Terminal via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7, Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 and Newport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

No, there is no direct train from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Cwmbach and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Cardiff Central and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The distance between South Wales and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 293 km. The road distance is 293.2 km.

How do I travel from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car?

The best way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $103.26 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus from?

South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newport Train Station.

Where do I catch the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train from?

South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbach station.

Train, bus or fly from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The best way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $103.26 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 7h 13m, you could also fly, which costs $44.57 - $228.26 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus arrive?

South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train arrive?

South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

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Where can I stay near London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

There are 670+ hotels available in London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Prices start at $44.36 per night.

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Four ways to Travel from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

easyJet

British Airways

Aurigny

Bus operators

FlixBus

Train operators

First Great Western Service

National Express

Cross Country

Transport for Wales

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Is there a direct train between South Wales and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

How far is it from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

How do I travel from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car?

How long does it take to get from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Where do I catch the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus from?

Where do I catch the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train from?

Train, bus or fly from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Where does the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus arrive?

Where does the South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train arrive?

Can I drive from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Where can I stay near London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?