What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £12 - £27 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 4 and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 4 and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 4 and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 4 and Cardiff is 162 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 4 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff train from?

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminal 4 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff?

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Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 4 to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 57m
£59–124
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDbus Uk940 / ...
3h 51m
£12–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h 17m
£13–40
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiffcar 136 mi
2h 25m
£34–48
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Feltham to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 30m
£43–149
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Sophia Gardensbus 202
4h 10m
£15–40

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff.

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 4, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Cardiff Central via London Paddington in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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