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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) for London Heathrow Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 188 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:11 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 3h31 | 11:42 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 07:24. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 06:37 |
Last train 07:24 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Heathrow Airport from £12. 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 London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Heathrow Airport
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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