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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£84
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£85
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 46 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
9:072h44Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)11:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£841One-way0 changes- 8:042h47Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)10:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£871One-way0 changes
- 9:072h44Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)11:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£841One-way0 changes
- 8:042h47Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)10:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 188 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX):
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) costing on average £68.
Other travel options to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (2h 10m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around £68 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:04 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h47 | 10:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:07 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h44 | 11:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 12:37. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 7:04 |
Last train 12:37 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Most Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular train connections from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Most popular trains to and from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Most popular train connections to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
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