Trains from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport from $36.37*

Trains from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport from $36.37*

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Cardiff to Gatwick Airport Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $36.37, with average prices for this route around $151.93. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:14
Cardiff Central
08:34
Gatwick Airport
3h 20m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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05:14
Cardiff Central
08:55
Gatwick Airport
3h 41m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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06:20
Cardiff Central
09:25
Gatwick Airport
3h 5m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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06:20
Cardiff Central
09:30
Gatwick Airport
3h 10m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayGatwick Express
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06:30
Cardiff Central
11:08
Gatwick Airport
4h 38m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwaySouthern
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06:47
Cardiff Central
10:04
Paris
3h 17m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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Cardiff to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details

The Cardiff to Gatwick Airport train ticket is from $36.37. The average travel time is 3h 4m, covering a distance of approximately 213 mile. There are usually 66 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,Elizabeth line,Thameslink. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
22:47
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 4m
Distance
Distance
213 mile
Price
Price
$36.37*

Cardiff to Gatwick Airport Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to Gatwick Airport Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Gatwick Airport

Every day, up to 66 train depart from Cardiff and arrive in Gatwick Airport, with the shortest journey taking 3h 4m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.