Trains from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport from $36.36*

Trains from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport from $36.36*

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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 $36.36, with average prices for this route around $152.56. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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20:21
Cardiff Central
23:42
Gatwick Airport
3h 21m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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21:20
Cardiff Central
00:48+1
Gatwick Airport
3h 28m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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21:20
Cardiff Central
01:08+1
Gatwick Airport
3h 48m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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21:30
Cardiff Central
05:12+1
Gatwick Airport
7h 42m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwaySouthern
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21:30
Cardiff Central
05:55+1
Gatwick Airport
8h 25m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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23:30
Cardiff Central
07:44+1
Paris
8h 14m, 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 $36.36. The average travel time is 3h 0m, covering a distance of approximately 213 mile. There are usually 57 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
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 0m
Distance
Distance
213 mile
Price
Price
$36.36*

Cardiff to Gatwick Airport Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to Gatwick Airport Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Gatwick Airport

Every day, up to 57 train depart from Cardiff and arrive in Gatwick Airport, with the shortest journey taking 3h 0m minutes.

Book 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.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save money on your train journey from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport. These tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used during less busy periods, typically outside of the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows for flexibility, opting for off-peak hours can lead to substantial cost savings. It's important to note that in most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday, while in other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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