How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick start at US$154. The average price for this train route is around US$157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The average train trip from Cardiff to Gatwick takes 3h 7m and covers 213 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Gatwick route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Gatwick?

The earliest train from Cardiff to Gatwick departs at 7:18am. The latest train departs at 8:22pm.

Train Cardiff to Gatwick from US$148

Next train departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Fastest

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Fastest

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	10:25am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
Train	10:20am	Cardiff Central	3h 5m	1:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	10:25am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	9:19am	Cardiff Central	3h 6m	12:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	9:19am	Cardiff Central	3h 6m	12:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Cardiff Central	3h 12m	12:47pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	9:35am	Cardiff Central	3h 12m	12:47pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	7:20pm	Cardiff Central	3h 27m	10:47pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	7:20pm	Cardiff Central	3h 27m	10:47pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Gatwick on May 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:18pm	Cardiff Central	3h 7m	8:25pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:48 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cardiff to Gatwick

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

63bus per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

213 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceUS$11 - US$98	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceUS$154 - US$308	Average Duration3h 7m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cardiff and Gatwick?

Cardiff

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Cardiff Central
Cardiff Central, UK
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Gatwick

A
London Gatwick Airport
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Train companies

Great Western Railway

4.0/542 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4.0

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at US$154

Great Western Railway Cardiff Gatwick recent customer reviews

The train didn’t go to Gatwick, I ended up in Paddington station, No announcements and then had a struggle to get a connection to Gatwick. Very poor

Alfie M.

December 20, 2021

GB train companies:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Gatwick by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick start at US$154. The average price for this train route is around US$157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The average train trip from Cardiff to Gatwick takes 3h 7m and covers 213 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Gatwick departs at 7:18am. The latest train departs at 8:22pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-04

US$150

05-05

US$150

Today

US$150

05-07

US$150

05-08

US$150

05-09

US$150

05-10

US$150

05-11

US$150

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Gatwick was searched and found on May 9, 2026 with a price of US$150

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$150 to US$294 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$150 which is on 2026-05-09.