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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£36
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
3 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
4 h 11 m
Buses on 06 Sept
8
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:273h48Cathays (CYS)12:15Heathrow Central Bus Station£351One-way2 changes- 10:244h06Cathays (CYS)14:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£351One-way2 changes
- 14:244h16Cathays (CYS)18:40Heathrow Central Bus Station£351One-way2 changes
- 9:214h44Cathays (CYS)14:05Heathrow Central Bus Station£361One-way2 changes
- 11:244h41Cathays (CYS)16:05Heathrow Central Bus Station£361One-way2 changes
- 8:273h48Cathays (CYS)12:15Heathrow Central Bus Station£351One-way2 changes
- 10:244h06Cathays (CYS)14:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£351One-way2 changes
- 13:244h06Cathays (CYS)17:30Heathrow Central Bus Station£361One-way2 changes
- 14:244h16Cathays (CYS)18:40Heathrow Central Bus Station£351One-way2 changes
- 11:244h41Cathays (CYS)16:05Heathrow Central Bus Station£361One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £41.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 27m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 3h 27m versus 2h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport coaches for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 Cathays (CYS) | 3h24 | 10:20 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 7:56 Cathays (CYS) | 4h09 | 12:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
 | 8:45 Cathays (CYS) | 3h30 | 12:15 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 8:56 Cathays (CYS) | 3h19 | 12:15 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 9:45 Cathays (CYS) | 4h20 | 14:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 10:11 Cathays (CYS) | 3h54 | 14:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 11:45 Cathays (CYS) | 2h45 | 14:30 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 12:11 Cathays (CYS) | 3h54 | 16:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 14:37 Cathays (CYS) | 4h03 | 18:40 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 14:45 Cathays (CYS) | 2h45 | 17:30 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 15:45 Cathays (CYS) | 4h20 | 20:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 16:11 Cathays (CYS) | 3h54 | 20:05 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 18:00 Cathays (CYS) | 9h00 | 3:00 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 22:34 Cathays (CYS) | 4h26 | 3:00 Heathrow Central Bus Station | 2 changes | |
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Why should you book Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, Newport Bus or Cardiff Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, Newport Bus or Cardiff Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport
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Buses from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 57 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 41 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:25, the last at 15:40. The fastest coach covers the 189 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 57 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 4:25 |
Last bus 15:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, Newport Bus, Cardiff Bus from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport with FlixBus, Megabus, Newport Bus, Cardiff Bus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cathays (CYS) to London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport, 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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