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2 h 56 min
269 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Cardiff to Gatwick

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Cheapest
By car (269 km)
2 h 56 min
269 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 56 min
269 km.
from $10.23
Train
3 h 25 min
210 km.
from $204.33
Train, Plane
5 h 31 min
210 km.
from $175.99

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
4h
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:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
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 Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gatwick is to bus which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gatwick is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Reading and Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The distance between Cardiff and Gatwick is 260 km. The road distance is 258.6 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Cardiff to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gatwick bus from?

Cardiff to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gatwick train from?

Cardiff to Gatwick train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gatwick is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 4h 50m, you could also fly, which costs $34.78 - $217.39 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gatwick bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gatwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gatwick train arrive?

Cardiff to Gatwick train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gatwick is 259 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Gatwick.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick?

Book your Cardiff to Gatwick bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gatwick?

There are 698+ hotels available in Gatwick. Prices start at $39.54 per night.
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