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Cardiff to Heathrow Rail Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Heathrow Rail? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $55.17, with average prices for this route around $73.74. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
15:54 2 hours 28 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	18:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
15:54 2 hours 32 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	18:26 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3		Find Tickets
16:21 2 hours 31 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	18:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:21 2 hours 35 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	18:56 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3		Find Tickets
16:50 2 hours 31 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	19:21 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:50 2 hours 35 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	19:25 Paris		Find Tickets

Cardiff to Heathrow Rail Train Route Details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Heathrow Rail

Journey time

2 hours 22 minutes

Distance

189 km

Price

$55.17*

Train operators

Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Heathrow Rail

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 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Heathrow Rail ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff 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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