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 train which takes 2h 15m and costs £55 - £130.

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 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Heathrow?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Heathrow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Heathrow?

The distance between Cardiff and Heathrow is 160 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 which takes 2h 15m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m 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 do I catch the Cardiff to Heathrow train from?

Cardiff to Heathrow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Heathrow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Heathrow is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Heathrow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Heathrow train arrive?

Cardiff to Heathrow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Heathrow is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cardiff to Heathrow.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Heathrow?

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Cardiff to Heathrow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Heathrow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 15m
£55–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2h 50m
£13–40
Drive 135.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Heathrowcar 135.2 mi
2h 24m
£34–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2h 56m
£57–128

Cardiff to Heathrow by train

204Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.6 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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