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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Wales is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Wales. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Wales Road/Limetree Avenue via Sheffield Interchange/C6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Wales. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Kiveton Bridge via King's Cross and Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Wales?

The distance between Gatwick and Wales is 182 miles. The road distance is 189.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Wales without a car is to train via Retford which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Gatwick to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Wales bus from?

Gatwick to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Wales train from?

Gatwick to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Wales?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Wales is to train via Retford which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Gatwick to Wales bus arrive?

Gatwick to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Interchange - City Centre station.

Where does the Gatwick to Wales train arrive?

Gatwick to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Wales is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Gatwick to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Gatwick to Wales - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick to Wales by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Retford
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 54m
£47–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Sheffield Interchange - City Centrebus Uk905 / ...
7h 5m
£27–38
Drive 188.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Walescar 188.2 mi
3h 12m
£47–67
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 24m
£72–266
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
4h 10m
£92–136
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 240 / ...
8h 20m
£48–69
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
6h 39m
£73–199

Gatwick to Wales by train

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Kiveton Bridge via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Sheffield Interchange - City Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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