London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$137

Average price

$167

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

2 h 25 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) without transferring at least once.

Tfl RailP07706 · P06868+Great Western RailP08238
08:20AM2h47
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
11:07AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1371One-way
2 transfers
Tfl RailP07367 · P06885+Great Western RailP08239
08:51AM2h49
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
11:40AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1371One-way
2 transfers
Tfl RailP07367 · P06885+Great Western RailP08239
08:45AM2h55
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
11:40AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1371One-way
2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressY17271+Tfl RailP07342 · P06878+Great Western RailP08238
08:27AM2h40
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
11:07AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1371One-way
3 transfers
Tfl RailP07342 · P06878+Great Western RailP08238
08:36AM2h31
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
11:07AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1371One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 116 miles (188 km)

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2h 15m

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3h 54m

Average total duration

3h 24m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $16 (€12) by bus.
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 $16 (€12)
Distance
116 miles (188 km)
Average train duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$71 (€57)
Trains per day
29
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
07:09
Last train
21:25
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 $16 (€12)

Train providers: Great Western Rail and Heathrow Express from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains

You can travel by train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Rail and Heathrow Express for as low as $54 (€43). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Train information from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Rail:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $54

FAQs: Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF).
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Popular train stations from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
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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