The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff Airport to London
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff Airport to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Airport to London will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff Airport for London every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:303h35Cardiff Airport14:05London£81One-way0 changes
16:253h20Cardiff Airport19:45London£91One-way0 changes
16:253h20Cardiff Airport19:45London£91One-way0 changes
10:303h35Cardiff Airport14:05London£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Airport to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Airport to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 223 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff Airport to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Airport to London coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:30 Cardiff Airport | 3h35 | 14:05 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Airport to London by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff Airport to London
Buses from Cardiff Airport to London run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 16:25. The fastest coach covers the 223 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 223 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 4:00 |
Last bus 16:25 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: Megabus from Cardiff Airport to LondonYou can travel by bus between Cardiff Airport to London with Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff Airport to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Airport to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Airport and London
Most Cardiff Airport to London buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). Use this guide to compare Cardiff Airport and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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