What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £25 - £100 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Port Talbot is 194 miles. The road distance is 190.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £100 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot?

Book your Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 57m
£83–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201
5h 40m
£25–100
Drive 189.5 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbotcar 189.5 mi
3h 21m
£47–67
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
6h 3m
£95–196
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LGW - CWL
6h 46m
£79–165

Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Port Talbot Parkway via Reading in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 40m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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