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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Cardiff - North Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Cardiff is 161 miles. The road distance is 162.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Cardiff bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Cardiff train from?

Gatwick Airport to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Cardiff train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Cardiff is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 19m
£67–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940
5h 10m
£22–50
Drive 161.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Cardiffcar 161.6 mi
2h 58m
£41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 52m
£98–220

Gatwick Airport to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Cardiff - North Road hourly. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 5h 10m. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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