What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Heathrow?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Heathrow is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Heathrow?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Heathrow is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Heathrow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Heathrow?

The distance between Cardiff and Heathrow is 140 miles. The road distance is 136 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Heathrow without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Heathrow without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 31m and costs £60 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Heathrow?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Cardiff to Heathrow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Heathrow bus from?

Cardiff to Heathrow bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Heathrow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Heathrow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Heathrow is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Cardiff to Heathrow.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Heathrow?

Book your Cardiff to Heathrow bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heathrow?

There are 20298+ hotels available in Heathrow.

Cardiff to Heathrow - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Heathrow 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2h 31m
£62–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2h 50m
£13–40
Drive 135.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Heathrow135.2 mi
2h 23m
£34–49

Cardiff to Heathrow by train and bus

188Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Heathrow, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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