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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Showing times and prices for 15 May
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
189 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Fast trains
To travel from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) you need to make at least one change.
Y22202+
P03991 · P0379009:192h32
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£761One-way
2 changes
Y22202+P03991 · P0379009:192h38
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:57Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
£761One-way
2 changes
Y22202+
C1795109:192h36
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:55Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£901One-way
1 change
Y22201+P03975 · P03783+C1795308:372h54
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:31Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
£941One-way
3 changes
Y22201+P03975 · P0378308:372h50
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:27Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
£941One-way
2 changes
Y22202+P03991 · P0379009:192h32
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£761One-way
2 changes
Y22200+P03958 · P0377508:182h33
Cardiff Central (CDF)10:51Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£971One-way
2 changes
Y22201+C1795408:372h33
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:10Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£1081One-way
1 change
Y22202+C1795109:192h36
Cardiff Central (CDF)11:55Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£901One-way
1 change
Y22200+C1795508:182h37
Cardiff Central (CDF)10:55Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£1111One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m.
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Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 May
Last updated at 10:49
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y22200+P03958 · P03775+C17955 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h43 | 10:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3 changes | |
| Y22200+C17955 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h37 | 09:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| Y22200+P03958 · P03910 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h47 | 10:05 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| Y22200+P03958 · P03775 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h33 | 09:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| Y22200+P03958 · P03775 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h39 | 09:57 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| Y22200+C17955 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h43 | 10:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
| Y22200+P03779 | On time 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h54 | 10:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| Y22201+C17954 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h33 | 10:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| Y22201+P03783 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h50 | 10:27 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
| Y22201+P03975 · P03783+C17953 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h54 | 10:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3 changes | |
| Y22201+C17954 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h39 | 10:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
| Y22201+P03975 · P03783 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h50 | 10:27 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| Y22201+P03975 · P03913 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h58 | 10:35 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| Y22201+P03975 · P03783 | On time 07:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h44 | 10:21 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| Y22202+C17951 | On time 08:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h36 | 10:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| Y22202+P03991 · P03790 | On time 08:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h32 | 10:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| Y22202+P03991 · P03790 | On time 08:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h38 | 10:57 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
| Y22202+P03794 | On time 08:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h53 | 11:12 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Trains from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 21 |
Train providers 1 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 06:51 |
Last train 20:20 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Train providers: Great Western Rail and CrossCountry trains Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Find the best trains between Cardiff and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail and CrossCountry from £38. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.
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 to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) train information with Great Western Rail:
- Average Duration: 2 h 20 min
- Cheapest Price: £38
FAQs: Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff 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 to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is £71; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is on average 2 h 26 min for the 117 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Cardiff by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 04: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 20: 20.
There are 18 trains a day from Cardiff 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.
When taking a train from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cardiff and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 20.
A trip to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Cardiff 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 to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cardiff to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a train or coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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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