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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Wales is to bus which costs £21 - £85 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Wales is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Wales. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Wales?

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

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Gatwick Airport to Wales, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Wales?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Wales is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £85 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Wales bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Wales?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Wales by train, bus, or car

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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 17m
£68–139
Bus
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1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201
4h 35m
£21–85
Drive 161.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Cardiffcar 161.6 mi
2h 58m
£40–57

Gatwick Airport to Wales by train

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Sophia Gardens every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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