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Heathrow Airport to Cardiff: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
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Coach from Heathrow Airport to Cardiff
Looking for cheap coach travel from Heathrow to Cardiff? We run up to 16 coaches a day from Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Coach Station (Sophia Gardens), with fares from £14.40 and a fastest journey time of just 2 hours 50 minutes. Whether you need a Heathrow to Cardiff bus for a morning connection or a late evening transfer, our routes 201 and 202 have you sorted. Use the Journey Planner above to find your journey.
Heathrow to Cardiff journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 50 mins |
Cheapest price | From £14.40 * |
Distance (approx) | 222km |
No. of stops | 2 (other services may use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 0:30am/22:50pm (from Heathrow Terminal 2) |
Our Heathrow to Cardiff services and stops
We operate two coach services on the Heathrow Cardiff route. Check the Heathrow to Cardiff bus timetable when booking to find the best departure for your plans.
Our 201 service travels up to 9 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4
- Heathrow Airport London Terminal 2
- Bristol Bus & Coach Station
- Newport
- Cardiff Gate
- Cardiff Coach Station (Sophia Gardens)
Our 202 service travels up to 7 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4
- Heathrow Airport London Terminal 5
- Heathrow Airport London Terminal 2
- Bristol Bus & Coach Station
- Newport
- Cardiff Coach Station
Heathrow to Cardiff route map
Return route
Need a bus to Heathrow from Cardiff, or heading from Cardiff to London airport? Book your return:
Routes to Cardiff
Departing from Heathrow Airport
Wondering how to get from Heathrow to Cardiff? Our coach is the only direct option from London airport to Cardiff - no train changes, no underground connections. We pick up from Heathrow Terminal 2, Terminal 4, and Terminal 5, so whichever terminal your flight arrives at, you can hop straight onto your bus from Heathrow Airport to Cardiff.
Facilities near your departure point include cafes, shops, restaurants, rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines, and ticket machines - everything you need before you set off.
Arrival and Departure information:
Arriving in Cardiff
Your coach from Heathrow to Cardiff drops you at Cardiff Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, centrally located in the Welsh capital. Cardiff Central Rail Station is just a 15-minute walk through the city centre, and a dedicated taxi rank is on site for onward travel. You're perfectly placed to explore Cardiff's shops, attractions, and amenities from the moment you arrive.
Read our Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) facilities and information page to find out more.
Why choose the coach from London Heathrow to Cardiff?
Every rail alternative from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff requires at least one interchange. Our coach is completely direct - you board at Heathrow and stay in your seat all the way to Cardiff city centre, with no changes and no dragging bags across platforms. Skip the train connections and let us handle the route for you.
Travelling alone? Your driver loads and unloads your luggage, so there's no heavy lifting to worry about. Heading to Cardiff with family or a group? Each passenger can bring 1 large suitcase (or 2 medium cases) plus 1 soft hand luggage item, all stowed securely beneath the coach by your driver.
With our first departure at 00:30 from Heathrow Terminal 2, buses from Heathrow to Cardiff run through the day and well into the night - brilliant for matching your travel to your flight schedule. Flying into LHR? The coach from LHR to Cardiff picks up at all terminals.
Frequently asked questions
One-way fares from Heathrow to Cardiff start from competitive prices. Book early for the best deals and use the Journey Planner for live pricing on your travel date.
For full details on how to receive and present your ticket, visit our tickets page
We offer fare types to give you flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, though excess fees may apply. For more information, visit our tickets page.
You can also add Change and Go to your booking for just £5 per journey. Change and Go lets you board any available coach up to 12 hours before or after your original departure time. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
The Fully Flexible fare gives you the freedom to change or cancel your booking. It's a great choice if your flight schedule might shift or your plans aren't fixed yet.
Each passenger can bring 1 large suitcase (or 2 medium cases) plus 1 soft hand luggage item. Your driver handles all luggage loading and unloading, so you don't need to lift a thing. Folding bikes are welcome, but non-folding bikes are not permitted.
You'll travel with free Wi-Fi, USB charging at every seat, air conditioning, a guaranteed reserved seat, and an onboard toilet.
Our earliest London Heathrow to Cardiff bus departs Heathrow Terminal 2 in the early hours of the morning, reaching Cardiff Coach Station by 04:00am. It's ideal if you're landing on a late-night or red-eye flight.
The last coach departs Heathrow Terminal 2 at 22:50pm, arriving at Cardiff Coach Station at 01:40am the following morning.
Our fastest coaches from Heathrow to Cardiff complete the trip in under three hours. Times vary by service and number of stops, so check the timetable when booking to find the quickest option for you.
Our coaches depart from Terminals 2, 4, and 5. Whichever terminal your flight arrives at, you can connect directly to your Heathrow to Cardiff coach.
Yes. When trains face strikes or engineering works, our coaches from Heathrow to Cardiff keep running. With up to 16 departures a day, you've got a reliable option that doesn't depend on the rail network.
Book your tickets to Cardiff now.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app. Fares correct 18.05.2026 for travel between 18.05.2026 - 13.09.2026.
