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Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 201.60, with average prices for this route around QAR 269.46.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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09:19
2h 32m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
11:51
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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09:19
2h 36m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
11:55
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Great Western RailwayHeathrow Express
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09:28
3h 12m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
12:40
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Great Western RailwayHeathrow Express
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10:20
2h 31m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
12:51
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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10:20
2h 35m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
12:55
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Great Western RailwayHeathrow Express
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10:30
3h 10m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
13:40
Paris
Great Western RailwayHeathrow Express
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Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
22:47
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Heathrow Rail
Journey time
Journey time
2h 28m
Distance
Distance
190 km
Price
Price
QAR 201.60*
Train operators
Train operators
Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Heathrow Rail train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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