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 £15 - £65 and takes 2h 55m.

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 2h 55m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Cardiff?

The distance between Heathrow and Cardiff is 139 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 bus and train which takes 2h 52m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m 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 does the Heathrow to Cardiff bus arrive?

Heathrow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens 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 bus ticket from Heathrow to Cardiff?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1720+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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Heathrow to Cardiff

Rome2Rio compared 3 ways to get from Heathrow to Cardiff. The best route is Bus, train, a distance of 188.875 km.

Bus, train
best
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 52m
£72–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2h 55m
£15–65
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Cardiffcar 134.8 mi
2h 24m
£34–49

Heathrow to Cardiff by bus and train

189Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 2h 55m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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