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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Llanelli is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Llanelli is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Llanelli via Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Llanelli?

The distance between Gatwick and Llanelli is 218 miles. The road distance is 209.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Gatwick to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Llanelli is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Gatwick to Llanelli bus arrive?

Gatwick to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Gatwick to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Llanelli is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Gatwick to Llanelli.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

There are 1025+ hotels available in Llanelli.

Gatwick to Llanelli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Llanelli by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 16m
£92–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
7h 55m
£25–40
Bus via Swansea Bus Station Stand B
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201
7h 30m
£44–100
Drive 208 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Llanellicar 208 mi
3h 43m
£51–74

Gatwick to Llanelli by train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

£92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Llanelli via Reading and Swansea in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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