The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) on Thu, May 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the 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 44 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
9:07 AM2h44Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)11:51 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1161One-way0 transfers
8:04 AM2h47Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)10:51 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1201One-way0 transfers
9:07 AM2h44Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)11:51 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1161One-way0 transfers
8:04 AM2h47Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)10:51 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX):
A bus is $102 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) costing on average $115 (€93).
Other travel options to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $115 (€93) compared to roughly $51 (€41) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:04 AM Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h47 | 10:51 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h44 | 11:51 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 10:37. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 10:37 AM |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- 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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