Trains from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport from £21.50*

Trains from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport from £21.50*

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Cardiff to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £21.50, with average prices for this route around £29.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Thu, Feb 6
    From £29.00
  • Fri, Feb 7
    From £29.00
  • Sat, Feb 8
    From £21.50
  • Sun, Feb 9
    From £29.00
  • Mon, Feb 10
    From £29.00
  • Tue, Feb 11
    From £29.00
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05:07
Cardiff Central
08:34
Gatwick Airport
3h 27m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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05:54
Cardiff Central
08:54
Gatwick Airport
3h 0m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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06:24
Cardiff Central
09:34
Gatwick Airport
3h 10m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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06:28
Cardiff Central
10:49
Gatwick Airport
4h 21m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwaySouthern
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06:51
Cardiff Central
10:04
Gatwick Airport
3h 13m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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07:23
Cardiff Central
10:30
Paris
3h 7m, No directGreat Western RailwayGatwick Express
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Cardiff to Gatwick Airport train route details

The Cardiff to Gatwick Airport train ticket is £21.50. The average travel time is 3h 0m, covering a distance of approximately 133 miles. There are usually 60 daily trains provided by Elizabeth line,Great Western Railway,Thameslink. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 0m
Distance
Distance
133 miles
Price
Price
£21.50*

Cardiff to Gatwick Airport train travel guide

Cardiff to Gatwick Airport train travel guide

Arriving in Gatwick Airport

Starting from a minimum of 3h 0m, you can reach Gatwick Airport from Cardiff, with an average of 60 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16-25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes travelling from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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.