- Must visit
National Museum Cardiff
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Longford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Cardiff will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
It's difficult to get from Longford to Cardiff without transferring at least once.
G14937+
W10817+
C37735 · C37256
G14937+
C37735 · C37256
G14937+
C37256 · C37735
G14938+
C37263 · C37761
G14937+
C38109 · C37246
G14937+
W10820
G14937+
W10820
G14937+
C37735 · C37256
G14937+
C37735
G14937+
W10817Trains from Longford to Cardiff run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Cardiff trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W10952+ G14945 | On time 7:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h05 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37558 · C37200+ G14945 | On time 7:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h02 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C37558+ W10955+ G14945 | On time 7:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h02 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C37558+ G14945 | On time 7:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h02 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W10952+ G14945 | On time 7:47 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h00 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37985+ G14945 | On time 7:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h57 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37985 · C37200+ G14945 | On time 7:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h57 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C37558+ G14945 | On time 7:51 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h56 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37985+ G14945 | On time 7:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h52 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37985 · C37200+ G14945 | On time 7:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h52 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
W10955+ G14945 | On time 7:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h50 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W10955+ W35086 · G15085 · G15507 | On time 7:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h35 | 11:32 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
W10955+ G14971 · G15026 | On time 7:57 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h00 | 11:57 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C37588+ W10958+ G14945 | On time 8:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h47 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C37588+ G14945 | On time 8:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h47 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W10955+ W35086 · G15085 · G15507 | On time 8:02 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h30 | 11:32 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
W10955+ G14945 | On time 8:02 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h45 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37607+ W35426 | On time 8:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h31 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
C38109 · C37246+ G14937 | 8:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h49 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ C38109 | 8:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h49 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G14937+ C37710 | 8:21 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h48 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G14937+ C38109 | 8:25 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h44 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W10817+ G14956 · G15496 | 8:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h50 | 12:17 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ W10817 | 8:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h42 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G14937+ C37256+ W10817+ C37735 | 8:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h42 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
G14937+ C37735 | 8:30 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h39 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37256+ G14937+ C37735 | 8:30 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h39 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ C37735+ W10820 | 8:30 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h39 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ W10817 | 8:32 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h37 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C37735+ G14937 | 8:36 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h33 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G14937+ C37735 · C37256 | 8:36 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h33 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ W10820 | 8:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h27 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G14938+ C37761 | 8:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G14938+ C37761 · C37263 | 8:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14938+ C37761+ W10823 | 8:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ W10820 | 8:47 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h22 | 11:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Open-air history museum with rescued Welsh buildings, crafts, and exhibitions that bring everyday life from different eras vividly to life.
Compact city-centre museum telling Cardiff’s story through local archaeology, industry, and community displays inside the Old Library.
Revitalised waterfront district with basin views, modern landmarks, trails, and easy access to culture, public art, and waterside walks.
Large central park behind the castle, ideal for riverside walks, arboretum views, sculptures, and quick escapes from the busy centre.
Victorian shopping arcade packed with independent boutiques and period detail, representing Cardiff’s famous arcade culture at its best.
A Welsh breakfast staple of seaweed cooked into a savoury puree, often served with oats or alongside bacon and cockles. It is a classic taste of Welsh coastal cooking.
Cockles gathered from the Welsh coast, commonly eaten with laverbread. They are a long-standing local delicacy linked to South Wales seaside food culture.
A traditional Welsh broth made with lamb or beef, root vegetables, and leeks. It is hearty, homely, and closely associated with Welsh family cooking.
Refined modern British dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. It is one of Cardiff’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants.
A stylish venue known for seasonal Welsh ingredients, creative small plates, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic indoor market ideal for casual local food, Welsh cakes, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. It offers a lively everyday taste of Cardiff.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10%. Taxi tips are optional, often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tipping, but small tips are appreciated.
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Cardiff Central -> St Mary Street, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Longford to Cardiff trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Longford and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5 is 2 km from Longford city centre. Public transport options include:
Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Gordon Ramsay Plane Food, Caviar House & Prunier, Aspire Lounge and Spa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5, Premier Inn London Heathrow Terminal 5, Sofitel London Heathrow.
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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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