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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
186 km
Cheap tickets
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 $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
04:20PM2h54
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)07:14PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$571One-way
0 transfers
09:20PM2h47
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:07AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$841One-way
0 transfers
07:42AM2h58
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)10:40AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1231One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM3h13
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)10:40AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1321One-way
0 transfers
09:20PM2h47
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:07AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$841One-way
0 transfers
04:20PM2h54
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)07:14PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$571One-way
0 transfers
07:42AM2h58
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)10:40AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1231One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM3h13
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)10:40AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1321One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€85 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:35 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P07757 · P06786+P08249 | On time 1:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 4:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
 Y17571+P08249 | 2:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 4:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07792 · P06801+P08250 | 2:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 5:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C23019+P08250 | On time 2:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h39 | 5:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07455 · P06813+P08251 | On time 2:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 5:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C22944+P08251 | 3:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 5:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C22994+P08252 | On time 3:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h23 | 6:05 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07556 · P06839+P08253 | 3:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Y17460+P07170 · P06845+P08253 | 3:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h40 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| Y17411+P08253 | On time 4:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07610 · P06852+P08254 | On time 4:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h50 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Y17611+P07246 · P06745 · P06861 | 4:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h43 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| C23027+P08254 | On time 4:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h28 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07675 · P06864+P08255 | 4:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h46 | 7:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C22922+P07316 · P06755 · P06874 | 4:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h39 | 7:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| Y17303+P08255 | 5:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h24 | 7:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07732 · P06876+P08256 | On time 5:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h54 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Y17447+P07380 · P06765 · P06887 | 5:27 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h47 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| C22957+P08256 | 5:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h32 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07786 · P06890+P08257 | 5:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 8:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Y17412+P07015 · P06776 · P06781 | On time 5:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h41 | 8:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 transfers | |
| Y17407+P08257 | On time 6:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h26 | 8:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y17435+P08258 | On time 6:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h19 | 9:01 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07509 · P06795+P08259 | On time 6:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h48 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C22937+P08259 | 7:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h26 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07589 · P06822+P08260 | On time 7:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h56 | 10:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Y17517+P08260 | On time 8:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h34 | 10:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07629 · P06836+P08262 | On time 8:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h25 | 11:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Y17408+P07267 · P06849+P08262 | On time 8:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h03 | 11:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C22853+P08262 | On time 9:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h33 | 11:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y17463+P08265 | On time 9:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h13 | 1:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P07774 · P06883+P08265 | On time 10:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h50 | 1:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 7:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h13 | 10:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h58 | 10:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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
Bus from $10 (€8)
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 21:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) start from as low as $48 (€40) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $103 (€85) depending on the train type and class.
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
Bus from $10 (€8)
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
Great Western Rail frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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.
Train ticket prices from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $48 (€40), while the average price is around $103 (€85).
The train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) takes 2h 40m and runs 11 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is by bus, with a cost of around $10 (€8).
The last train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 9:20 PM.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Cardiff Central offers a blend of urban and countryside views, with scenic glimpses of the English and Welsh landscapes, including rolling hills and the River Severn crossing.
The first train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 5:27 AM.
The distance by train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is 115 miles (186 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
There is no high speed train available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
There is no direct train service currently available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
A day trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Cardiff Central is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 40m. The distance is 115 miles (186 km). There are 11 trains per day.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
London
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in London is Heathrow Terminal 5. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heathrow Terminal 5 for your trip from London to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
25 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
Dining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit 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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