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

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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Showing times and prices for 14 Sept

Cheapest

£67

Average

£68

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

19:222h29

Cardiff Central (CDF)

21:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£671One-way

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13:212h30

Cardiff Central (CDF)

15:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£681One-way

0 changes

08:182h33

Cardiff Central (CDF)

10:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£681One-way

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09:192h32

Cardiff Central (CDF)

11:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£691One-way

0 changes

11:212h30

Cardiff Central (CDF)

13:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£691One-way

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Train timetableCardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 September

Great Western Railway

19:222h29

Cardiff Central (CDF)

21:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Great Western Railway

08:182h33

Cardiff Central (CDF)

10:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Great Western Railway

13:212h30

Cardiff Central (CDF)

15:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Great Western Railway

11:212h30

Cardiff Central (CDF)

13:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Great Western Railway

09:192h32

Cardiff Central (CDF)

11:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Train times from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Showing times and prices for 14 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 28 m

Average

2 h 30 m

Trains per day

Distance

189 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:532h28

Cardiff Central (CDF)

10:21London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£691One-way

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19:222h29

Cardiff Central (CDF)

21:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£671One-way

0 changes

13:212h30

Cardiff Central (CDF)

15:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£681One-way

0 changes

11:212h30

Cardiff Central (CDF)

13:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£691One-way

0 changes

09:192h32

Cardiff Central (CDF)

11:51London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

£691One-way

0 changes

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

Distance	117 miles
Average train duration	2 h 26 min
Average train ticket price	£68 (€77)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	Great Western Rail or first_great_western

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) cover the 117 miles long journey taking on average 2 h 26 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £68, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £36.

Train providers: Great Western Rail and CrossCountry trains Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Travel to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) from £38 with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail and CrossCountry! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Cardiff Central (CDF). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 2 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: £38

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is £68; 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 train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 2 h 26 min to travel the 117 mile long route, with around there are 25 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 05: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 19: 22.

There are 25 trains a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 22.

A trip to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a train or coach.

Trains departing from Cardiff Central

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450507080

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center

1.1 miles (1.8 km)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30

How to get to this station?

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)

Nearest Airport

Cardiff Airport
14 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.

Amenities at station