- Must visit
National Museum Cardiff
Major national museum with art, natural history, and geology collections in the city centre. Best known for its impressive Impressionist and Welsh art galleries.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
72
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 72 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Cardiff on Sat, May 30, 66 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
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NX201Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff:
A bus is $93 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff costing on average $116 (€93).
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 23m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $69 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46 (€37). The journey takes 3h 23m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 6:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 11:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 9:05 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h20 | 12:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 11:10 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h35 | 2:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 1:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 5:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h30 | 6:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 5:30 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h30 | 9:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 5:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h10 | 10:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 9:20 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 10:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 10:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 8:21 PM 7:25 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 10:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 11:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 11:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h10 | 12:50 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 12:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 12:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 1:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 1:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | On time 10:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 1:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 2:20 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 2:20 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
NX201 | 12:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 4:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h10 | 3:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 4:05 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 12:30 PM 12:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 3:25 PM 3:25 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 4:05 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX209 · NX216 | Delayed 3:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h30 | 12:00 PM 12:00 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX201 | Delayed 4:40 PM 5:10 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h50 | 11:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 10:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 7:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h55 | 11:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 10:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 12:30 PM 7:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 3:25 PM 3:25 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | Delayed 7:40 AM 7:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h15 | 12:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 8:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 12:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 12:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 12:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 12:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 9:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h20 | 12:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 12:30 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 3:25 PM 3:25 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 1:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h15 | 2:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 1:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 10:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 2:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 10:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 2:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 2:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | Delayed 12:30 PM 11:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 3:25 PM 3:25 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h15 | 4:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 12:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 4:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h15 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 12:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 4:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 4:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX202 | Delayed 4:40 PM 1:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h45 | 5:55 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX201 | On time 1:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 4:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 1:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 5:55 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX201 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h15 | 6:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX202 | On time 2:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 5:55 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 6:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h50 | 6:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 3:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 6:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h05 | 7:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | On time 3:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 6:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h45 | 7:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 7:50 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX201 | On time 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h35 | 8:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX202 | On time 4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 7:50 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 8:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 8:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 5:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 8:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 9:20 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | On time 5:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 8:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 5:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h10 | 10:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 10:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | On time 7:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h50 | 10:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 4h10 | 12:50 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 9:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 12:50 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | On time 10:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h50 | 1:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff run on average 62 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 52 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 62 |
Direct buses 52 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Cardiff — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cardiff trip today.
Major national museum with art, natural history, and geology collections in the city centre. Best known for its impressive Impressionist and Welsh art galleries.
Open-air museum showing Welsh life through historic buildings moved from across Wales. One of the country’s most loved cultural attractions.
Compact city museum covering Cardiff’s growth from market town to capital, with local stories, objects, and interactive displays.
Waterside district with modern landmarks, walking routes, public art, and some of the city’s most shared photo spots.
Large central park behind Cardiff Castle, ideal for riverside walks, picnics, and easy access to historic sites.
Historic Victorian and Edwardian shopping arcades that give central Cardiff much of its character. Excellent for walking and architecture lovers.
Traditional Welsh soup or stew, usually made with lamb or beef, leeks, potatoes, and root vegetables. It is one of Wales’ most iconic comfort foods.
A classic Welsh dish of toasted bread topped with a savoury cheese sauce, often flavoured with mustard or ale. It is a staple pub and cafe dish in Cardiff.
Traditional Welsh vegetarian sausages made with cheese, leeks, and breadcrumbs. They are especially associated with South Wales.
Well-known steak restaurant with an open-fire cooking style, stylish interior, and strong reputation for high-quality meat and memorable service.
Established restaurant at HMP Cardiff, known for refined dining prepared and served by trainees in a unique, professional setting.
Highly regarded neighbourhood restaurant in Llandaff serving seasonal small plates, natural wine, and modern cooking in a relaxed contemporary space.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and chain cafes are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service charge is not always included. Tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping in pubs and cafes is optional.
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Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), Cardiff -> Cardiff Central railway station, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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