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Cheap train tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Showing times and prices for 25 Jan
Cheapest
£69
Average
£69
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
F9901308:503h55
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:45Cardiff Central (CDF)
£691One-way
4 changes
Cheapest
F9904809:503h46
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)13:36Cardiff Central (CDF)
£691One-way
5 changes
Cheapest
P0282309:513h45
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)13:36Cardiff Central (CDF)
£691One-way
4 changes
Cheapest
P0282309:454h00
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)13:45Cardiff Central (CDF)
£691One-way
3 changes
Cheapest
F9904809:503h55
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)13:45Cardiff Central (CDF)
£691One-way
4 changes
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 January
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway C18060 | 08:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h33 | 11:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02799 | 08:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h52 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02799 | 08:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 4h00 | 12:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway F99013 | 08:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h55 | 12:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Great Western Railway F99013 | 08:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h47 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5 changes | |
| Great Western Railway F99013 | 08:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h42 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Great Western Railway F99013 | 08:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h50 | 12:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02806 | 09:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h37 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway C18055 | 09:12 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h25 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway C18055 | 09:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h20 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02823 | 09:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 4h00 | 13:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02823 | 09:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h51 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Great Western Railway F99048 | 09:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h46 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5 changes | |
| Great Western Railway F99048 | 09:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h55 | 13:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02823 | 09:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h45 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02823 | 09:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h45 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway P02830 | 10:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h36 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Great Western Railway C18051 | 10:12 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h24 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
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Train times from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Showing times and prices for 25 Jan
Fastest Journey
3 h 20 m
Average
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
189 km
To travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least 3 changes.
Fastest
C1805509:173h20
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:37Cardiff Central (CDF)
£921One-way
3 changes
C1805110:123h24
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)13:36Cardiff Central (CDF)
£921One-way
3 changes
C1805509:123h25
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:37Cardiff Central (CDF)
£921One-way
3 changes
C1806008:023h33
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)11:35Cardiff Central (CDF)
£921One-way
3 changes
P0283010:003h36
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)13:36Cardiff Central (CDF)
£921One-way
3 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Take a train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) and enjoy the approximately 188 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Train providers 1 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 07:36 |
Last train 19:55 |
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 companies: Great Western Rail and Heathrow Express trains London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
For as little as £38 you can travel by train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Rail and Heathrow Express. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.
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.
Great Western Rail from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train information:
- Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
- Cheapest Price: £38
FAQs: London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
FAQs: Travel by train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Cheap train tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is £65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train time is 2 h 19 min covering the 117 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 04: 51. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 21: 25.
There are 24 trains a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or Heathrow Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail or Heathrow Express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Cardiff Central (CDF) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 25.
A trip to Cardiff Central (CDF) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 19 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Cardiff Central (CDF) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a coach or train.
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
London
Cardiff
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
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
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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