Cardiff to Gatwick Airport: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
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Coach from Cardiff to Gatwick Airport
Our coaches travel from Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) to Gatwick Airport (North & South Terminals) 9 times a day.
With reliable services, low fares, and convenient travel timings, you can travel in comfort without breaking the bank. Book your cheap ticket online for the best deals on your trip journeys.
Our Cardiff to Gatwick services and stops
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Cardiff to Gatwick route map
Departing from Cardiff
Cardiff Coach Station, at Sophia Gardens, is just a 15-minute stroll through the city centre from Cardiff Rail Station.
The station is well-connected with local bus routes and has a dedicated taxi rank right outside for seamless connections and easy transfer options.
You'll find yourself close to all the city centre shops and cafés, perfect for grabbing a coffee or doing some last-minute shopping before your trip.
Read more on our Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) facilities page.
Arriving at Gatwick Airport
To make your journey as smooth as possible, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure time.
Gatwick Airport offers plenty to keep you entertained while you wait for your flight.
Just minutes from both terminals, you'll discover everything from quick bites and fancy meals to shops selling travel essentials, books, clothes and treats for the little ones.
Take a look at our Gatwick Airport facilities pages for more information:
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.