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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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32

train journeys
per day

132

miles (212 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport is approximately 132 miles (212 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

Thameslink, GWR, Gatwick Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:55
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    14:55
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    15:55
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:34
    Cardiff Central
    Gatwick Airport
    Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, GWR, Gatwick Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.