The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- $23
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- $36
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 3 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 3 h 12 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 44
- Distance
- 189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 44 buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport, including 37 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
FlixBus1:40 AM 3h05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 4:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus11:25 PM 3h20 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 2:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 AM 3h35 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 12:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $24 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus3:10 AM 3h25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 6:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $24 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus7:45 AM 3h30 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 11:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $24 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus1:40 AM 3h05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 4:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
NX2011:40 AM 3h10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 4:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
NX2013:30 AM 3h10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 6:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
NX2015:25 AM 3h15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 8:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus11:25 PM 3h20 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) 2:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 57 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 43 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 40m.
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Journey facts
- Distance117 miles (189 km)
- Average bus duration3h 40m
- Cheapest ticket price$12 (€10)
- Buses per day57
- Direct buses43
- Fastest bus2h 40m
- First bus12:40 AM
- Last bus10:40 PM
- Cheapest MonthSep
- Cheapest DayWed
- High SeasonOct - Dec
- Low SeasonJul - Sep
- Busiest DayTue
- Least Busy DayThu
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Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport trip
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Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h20 | 2:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 · NXA40 | 11:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h20 | 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX201 | 11:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h35 | 3:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h20 | 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 · NXN40 | 1:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h45 | 5:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX201 | 1:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h10 | 4:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h05 | 4:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h25 | 5:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 2:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h45 | 6:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 2:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h30 | 6:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h25 | 6:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 3:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h10 | 6:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 4:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h40 | 8:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 8:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 4:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h55 | 8:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 5:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h15 | 8:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h50 | 10:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h05 | 10:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h40 | 10:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 7:15 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h25 | 10:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 11:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 8:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h50 | 12:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 8:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h05 | 12:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h35 | 12:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 9:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h20 | 12:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 10:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h40 | 2:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 10:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h55 | 2:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 11:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h25 | 3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 · NX240 | 11:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h25 | 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 3:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 12:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h45 | 4:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h35 | 4:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 12:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h00 | 4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 2:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h25 | 6:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h40 | 6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 3:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h10 | 7:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 3:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h55 | 7:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 4:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h55 | 8:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 · NX032 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h30 | 10:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX507 · NX035 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h30 | 10:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h40 | 8:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX216 · NX200 | 6:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h15 | 10:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX509 · NX035 | 6:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h10 | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Bus companies
Bus companies from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport with National Express and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with National Express and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Heathrow Airport
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- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Heathrow Airport
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