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London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) bus

Tue, 18 Mar
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 54 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

FlixBus
20:553h25
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
00:20Cardiff Central (CDF)
£141One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
18:253h50
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
22:15Cardiff Central (CDF)
£141One-way
0 changes
Megabus
23:003h25
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
02:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£161One-way
0 changes
Megabus
12:405h25
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
18:05Cardiff Central (CDF)
£181One-way
0 changes
Megabus
22:003h25
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
01:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£231One-way
0 changes

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
MegabusMegabus22:00 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)3h25 01:25 Cardiff Central (CDF)0 changesDirect
MegabusMegabus12:40 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)5h25 18:05 Cardiff Central (CDF)0 changesDirect
MegabusMegabus23:00 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)3h25 02:25 Cardiff Central (CDF)0 changesDirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:55 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)3h25 00:20 Cardiff Central (CDF)0 changesDirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:25 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)3h50 22:15 Cardiff Central (CDF)0 changesDirect

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Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Buses from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
188 km
Average bus duration
3h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
15
Direct buses
8
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Megabus, National Express and FlixBus coaches will get you from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best coach times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) - Cardiff Central (CDF) coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) coach information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: £35
  • National Express frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is 3 h   to travel the 117 mile long route, with around there are 17 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 00: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 23: 40.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the journey from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you can take a coach with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Cardiff Central (CDF) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 2 different ways: coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cardiff Central (CDF)

London
Cardiff
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
  • Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
  • Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

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