Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€35
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€53
Fastest journey on Nov 02
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
3 h 17 m
Trains on Nov 02
3
Distance
212 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 12:50. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 37m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13
Distance
212 km
Average train duration
3h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
€48
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
5:48 AM
Last train
12:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13

Live departures

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western Railway9:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h42
1:17 PM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway10:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h49
2:34 PM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect
Monday, November 2
Great Western Railway7:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h16
10:34 AM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway8:13 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h21
11:34 AM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Gatwick Airport from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€48
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Gatwick Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport, you can count on Great Western Railway for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Gatwick Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport can start from as little as €48 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport is €87; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport is 2h 37m to travel the 212 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 12:50 PM.
There are 9 trains a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport which require at least one change with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport. You can choose between Great Western Railway. Great Western Railway trains take around 2h 37m
Yes, you can take a night train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport with Great Western Railway. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 37m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Gatwick Airport including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport

Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in London
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre

Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min

Cardiff Central train station facilities and services

Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.

Most popular train connections from Cardiff Central (CDF)

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