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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Cardiff is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Cardiff?

The distance between Heathrow and Cardiff is 160 miles. The road distance is 135.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Heathrow to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Cardiff bus from?

Heathrow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Heathrow to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h.

Where does the Heathrow to Cardiff bus arrive?

Heathrow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Heathrow to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heathrow to Cardiff?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 38m
£71–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h
£16–40
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Cardiffcar 134.8 mi
2h 24m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 51m
£72–117

Heathrow to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 158.6 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 3h. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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