Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train with Great Western Rail

Thu, 13 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

Showing times and prices for 14 Nov

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.

Great Western Rail
07:062h46
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
09:52Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
£551One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 188 km

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Coach
Ferry

£71

Average Price

£10

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Cheapest

£20

Average Price

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train times

The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
heathrow_express06:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h22
08:39 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)1 change
heathrow_express06:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h21
09:08 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)1 change
heathrow_express07:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h19
09:36 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)1 change
heathrow_express07:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h22
10:09 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)1 change
heathrow_express08:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h20
10:37 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 31m.

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 £7
Distance
188 km
Average train duration
2h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
07:06
Last train
21:25
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 £7

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, Heathrow Express from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, Heathrow Express trains will get you between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£55
Great Western Rail frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Heathrow Express

About
The Heathrow Express is a train service from the United Kingdom that operates between London Heathrow Airport and Paddington Station in London. It runs every 15 minutes from 5:10am to 11:25pm, with a journey time of just 15 minutes. The train service offers two types of trains: the Express Class and the Business First Class. Express Class offers comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets, while Business First Class offers extra legroom, complimentary newspapers, and complimentary refreshments. There are three types of tickets available: Single, Return, and Group. Onboard facilities include a café bar, luggage storage, and a quiet zone. The most popular routes for the Heathrow Express are London Heathrow Airport to Paddington Station, and Paddington Station to London Heathrow Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£163
Heathrow Express frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one additional piece of luggage
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Drinks and snacks from trolley service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation not required, open seating policy
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible carriages and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free of charge. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Elizabeth Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
£119
Elizabeth Line frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £71.
Booking trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) covers a distance of 188 km and takes approximately 2h 31m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The first train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) leaves at 7:06.
Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) run approximately 6 times per day.
The train distance from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is 188 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
The last train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) departs at 21:25.
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
There is no night train service from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
To get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

London
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in London is Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 for your trip from London to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
  • Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
  • Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)

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