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

The cheapest way to get from Heston to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £10 - £24 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heston to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Heston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Heston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cranford Lane and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Heston to Cardiff?

The distance between Heston and Cardiff is 144 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heston to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 25m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Heston to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heston to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where does the Heston to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heston to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Heston to Cardiff is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Heston to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Heston to Cardiff by bus, train, 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.

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 / ...
3h 25m
£57–142
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
4h 55m
£10–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h 33m
£13–40
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Heston to Cardiffcar 137.6 mi
2h 27m
£34–49

Heston to Cardiff by bus and train

195Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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