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You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.
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Heathrow Airport to Cardiff
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Coach from Heathrow Airport to Cardiff
National Express coaches travel from Heathrow Airport to Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) up to 14 times a day, with one-way fares starting from £15.30* on routes 201 and 202.
Experience reliable services and stylish coaches while enjoying comfortable travel at affordable prices between London's major airport and the Welsh capital.
| Heathrow to Cardiff journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 50 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £15.30 * |
| Distance (approx) | 222km |
| No. of stops | 2 (other services may use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 0:30am/22:30pm (from Heathrow Terminal 2) |
Our Heathrow to Cardiff services and stops
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:
- 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
Routes to Cardiff
Departing from Heathrow Airport
Facilities near your departure point include a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants, plus convenient rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines - everything you need before starting your journey to Cardiff.
Travelling between terminals?
National Express services operate from Heathrow Central Bus Station, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5, making it easy to connect from your flight to your onward journey to Cardiff, regardless of which terminal you arrive at.
Arrival and Departure information:
Arriving in Cardiff
Cardiff Coach Station at Sophia Gardens sits adjacent to a sprawling shopping centre featuring high street favourites and independent stores.
Cardiff Rail Station is just a 15-minute walk through the vibrant city centre, with a dedicated taxi rank available for onward travel. The station's central location provides easy access to Cardiff's many shops, attractions and city amenities.
Read our Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) facilities and information page to find out more.
Perfect for:
✅ Airport travellers seeking direct transport to Cardiff city centre
✅ Budget-conscious passengers wanting reliable airport connections
✅ Visitors exploring Wales with generous luggage allowance
Book your National Express coach from Heathrow to Cardiff today and enjoy a comfortable journey from London's busiest airport to the heart of Wales.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Heathrow Terminal 2 at 0.30am, arriving at Cardiff Coach Station at 4.00am.
The last coach departs from Heathrow Terminal 2 at 22.30pm, terminating at Cardiff Coach Station at 2.00am.
A one-way journey from Heathrow to Cardiff is available from £15.30 *.
Our fastest coach journeys from Heathrow to Cardiff 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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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
