What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Bridgend?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Bridgend is to bus via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Bridgend?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Bridgend is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Sarn Odeon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Bridgend via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Bridgend?

The distance between Gatwick and Bridgend is 182 miles. The road distance is 175.2 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Bridgend without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £340.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Bridgend?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Gatwick to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bridgend bus from?

Gatwick to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bridgend train from?

Gatwick to Bridgend train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bridgend is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £70 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £270 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Gatwick to Bridgend bus arrive?

Gatwick to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Gatwick to Bridgend train arrive?

Gatwick to Bridgend train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Bridgend is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Gatwick to Bridgend.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Bridgend?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick to Bridgend?

Book your Gatwick to Bridgend bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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Gatwick to Bridgend - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick to Bridgend by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 4m
£82–335
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Sarn Odeon201
5h 5m
£22–70
Drive 174.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Bridgend174.2 mi
3h 5m
£43–62
Fly
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LGW - CWL
6h 38m
£65–268
Bus via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Cardiff North RoadUk940
6h 22m
£24–31

Gatwick to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Bridgend, Wales?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Bridgend via Reading in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Sarn Odeon every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 5h 5m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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