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Our coaches travel from Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) to Heathrow Airport (terminals and coach station) up to 14 times a day, from just £17.60 one-way*.
Our fastest journey will get you there in 2 hrs 50 minutes. With reliable services, low fares, and comfortable travel, you can head to the airport in style for less.
Cardiff to Heathrow journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 50 mins |
Cheapest price | From £17.60 * |
Distance (approx) | 220km |
No. of stops | 2 (other services may use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 1:40am/23:40pm |
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 201 service travels up to 9 times a day and calls at the following stops:
Our 202 service travels up to 5 times a day and calls at the following stops:
You can take two 20kg suitcases and one item of hand luggage per adult on our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.
Cardiff Coach Station is just a 15-minute stroll through the city centre from Cardiff Rail Station, and is served by a dedicated taxi tank.
The station is close to city centre amenities, so there are no shortage of shops and sights to pass the time.
Take a look at our Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) facilities and information page.
For more frequent coach services, search for Heathrow Airport London (Terminals 2, 3) in the blue Journey Planner above. You can then take the free Heathrow Express train in between terminals.
To ensure a stress-free travel experience we recommend you get to the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure time.
Our coaches from Cardiff's Sophia Gardens to Heathrow arrive up to 8 times a day. At Heathrow, you will find many facilities to pass the time before travelling.
Facilities near to the stop include: a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants, as well as rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines.
Arrival and Departure information:
Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.
Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.
Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.
The first coach leaves from Cardiff Coach Station at 1.40am, arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station at 4.30am.
The last coach leaves from Cardiff Coach Station at 23.40pm, arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station at 3.00am.
A one-way journey from Cardiff to Heathrow is available from £17.60*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Cardiff to Heathrow take 2 hrs 50 mins.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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