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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €85
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €122
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 2 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 2 h 23 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 73
- Distance
- 186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
It's difficult to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) without transferring at least once.
C37884 · C37199+
G1493910:20 AM 2h56 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €85 1 One-way 2 transfers- C37841 · C37183+W34618
9:50 AM 2h47 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €85 1 One-way 2 transfers - C37966 · C37226+W34622
11:20 AM 2h48 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €85 1 One-way 2 transfers - C38005 · C37238+W34624
11:50 AM 2h47 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €85 1 One-way 2 transfers - C38047 · C37249+G14940
12:20 PM 2h48 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 3:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €85 1 One-way 2 transfers
W10940+W346466:42 PM 2h20 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 9:02 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €104 1 One-way 1 transfer- W10802+G14934
7:12 AM 2h24 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) €169 1 One-way 1 transfer - W10850+W35417
11:12 AM 2h24 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €104 1 One-way 1 transfer - W10874+W35418
1:12 PM 2h24 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €104 1 One-way 1 transfer - W10904+W35419
3:42 PM 2h24 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 6:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €127 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 2h 4m.
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Journey facts
- Distance115 miles (186 km)
- Average train duration2h 19m
- Cheapest ticket price€51
- Trains per day13
- Fastest train2h 4m
- First train5:20 AM
- Last train9:20 PM
- Cheapest MonthMay
- Cheapest DaySat
- High SeasonJul - Sep
- Low SeasonJan - Mar
- Busiest DayWed
- Least Busy DayMon
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34629+C38119 · C37271 | Delayed 2:40 PM 1:20 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 4:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38154 · C37164+W34630 | On time 1:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10886+W34630 | On time 2:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h26 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38189 · C37179+W34632 | On time 2:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h49 | 5:09 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10889+W34632 | On time 2:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h42 | 5:09 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37851 · C37191+W34634 | On time 2:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 5:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10898+W34634 | On time 3:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 5:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W10904+W35419 | 3:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 6:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37952 · C37217+W34637 | 3:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10907+C37555 · C37223+W34637 | 3:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h40 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10910+W34637 | 4:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38007 · C37230+G14941 | 4:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h50 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10913+C37634 · C37123 · C37239 | 4:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h43 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| W10916+G14941 | 4:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h28 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38071 · C37242+G14942 | On time 4:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 7:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10919+C37707 · C37133 · C37252 | 4:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h41 | 7:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| W10922+G14942 | 5:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h26 | 7:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38128 · C37143 · C37265+G14943 | 5:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h54 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10925+C37775 · C37143 · C37265 | 5:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| W10928+G14943 | 5:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h32 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38183 · C37268+G14944 | On time 5:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10931+C37393 · C37154 · C37159 | 5:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h40 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| G14944+W10934 | 6:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34646+W10940 | Delayed 7:18 PM 6:42 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h20 | 9:02 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34648+C37905 · C37173 | Delayed 8:13 PM 6:50 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10946+W34648 | On time 7:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h26 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37985 · C37200+G14945 | 7:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h57 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10958+G14945 | On time 8:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h35 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38025 · C37214+W35426 | 8:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h26 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10964+C37656 · C37227+W35426 | 8:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h04 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10970+W35426 | 9:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h34 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W10982+G14947 | On time 10:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h55 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38171 · C37261+G14947 | 10:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
| C35325+G15466 · C48259 · W34663 | 12:07 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 7h59 | 8:06 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37457 · C37176+W35415 | 5:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h53 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37457 · C37181+W35415 | 5:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h53 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10787+C37477 · C37181+W35415 | 5:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h42 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10790+W35415 | 6:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h27 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37932 · C37193+G14933 | 6:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10793+G14933 | 6:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h41 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W10793+C37523 · C37193+G14933 | 6:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h41 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37972 · C37198+G14934 | 6:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10799+C37570 · C37205+G14934 | 6:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h39 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10802+G14934 | 7:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38019 · C37221+G14935 | 7:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h52 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38019 · C37212+G14935 | 7:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h52 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10805+C37629 · C37221+G14935 | 7:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h45 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10808+G14935 | 7:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h30 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38066 · C37236+G14936 | 7:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10811+C37685 · C37236+G14936 | 7:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h40 | 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10814+G14936 | 8:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38109 · C37246+G14937 | 8:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10817+C37735 · C37256+G14937 | 8:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h40 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10820+G14937 | 8:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W10820+C37761 · C37263+G14938 | 8:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h58 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W10826+G14938 | 9:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h28 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38179 · C37160+W34617 | 9:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h50 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10829+W34617 | 9:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h43 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37841 · C37183+W34618 | 9:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10838+W34618 | 10:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37884 · C37199+G14939 | 10:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h56 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10841+G14939 | 10:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h49 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37926 · C37213+W35417 | 10:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10850+W35417 | 11:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C37966 · C37226+W34622 | 11:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10853+W34622 | 11:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h41 | 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38005 · C37238+W34624 | 11:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10862+W34624 | 12:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38047 · C37249+G14940 | 12:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 3:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10865+G14940 | 12:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h41 | 3:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38084 · C37260+W35418 | 12:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10874+W35418 | 1:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C38119 · C37271+W34629 | 1:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 4:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W10877+W34629 | 1:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h39 | 4:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
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Train companies
Train companies from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Railway. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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FAQs: Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Most popular train connections from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
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