Luggage
You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.
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Coach travel from Gatwick Airport to Cardiff
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Coach from Gatwick to Cardiff
National Express coaches from Gatwick to Cardiff run up to 8 times daily, starting from £10.60 one-way*, that's smart and stylish travel sorted without breaking the bank between the airport and Wales' vibrant capital city.
With regular, reliable services, low fares, and stylish travel, it's a great time to travel with us.
| Gatwick to Cardiff journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 4 hrs 30 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £10.60 * |
| Distance (approx) | 280km |
| No. of stops | 4 (other services may use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 6:45am/22:50pm (from South Terminal) |
Our Gatwick to Cardiff services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 201 service travels up to 8 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Gatwick Airport (South)
- Gatwick Airport (North)
- Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Bristol Coach Station
- Newport
- Cardiff Gate
- Cardiff Coach Station
Gatwick to Cardiff route map
Return route
Other routes to Cardiff
Departing from Gatwick Airport
Our coaches depart from both North and South terminals at Gatwick Airport, with convenient pickup points just a five-minute walk from each terminal.
While you're waiting to hop aboard, you'll find plenty of newsagents, restaurants, coffee shops and entertainment options to keep you refreshed and occupied before your journey. Why not grab a coffee and relax before we whisk you away?
Take a look at our Gatwick Airport facilities pages for more information:
Arriving in Cardiff
You'll find Cardiff Coach Station at Sophia Gardens, next to a shopping complex with high street favourites and independent stores.
Need to travel further? Cardiff Rail Station is a 15-minute walk through the city centre, with a dedicated taxi rank for those with heavy luggage. The central location means you're never far from Cardiff's shopping, eateries and cultural hotspots.
Read our Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) facilities page for more information.
Perfect for:
✅ Airport travellers looking for a wallet-friendly ride to South Wales - sit back in our comfy seats and let us do the driving
✅ Shoppers eager to dive straight into Cardiff's amazing retail therapy options
✅ Visitors exploring Wales with a hassle-free drop-off right in the heart of the action
Book your journey today and experience the comfort and reliability of National Express coaches between Gatwick and Cardiff, with regular services throughout the day. Ready for your Welsh adventure?
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Gatwick (South Terminal) at 6.45am, arriving at Cardiff Coach Station at 12.05pm.
The last coach leaves from Gatwick (South Terminal) at 22.50pm, arriving at Cardiff Coach Station at 4.00am.
A one-way journey from Gatwick to Cardiff is available from £10.60*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Gatwick to Cardiff take 4 hrs 30 mins.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. 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 09.10.2025 for travel between 09.10.2025 - 05.02.2026.
