What is the cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay is to bus which costs £18 - £29 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay is to Airport Transfer which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) station to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Millennium Centre via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cardiff Bay is 140 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

How do I travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay without a car?

The best way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h and costs £70 - £130.

Where do I catch the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay bus from?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

Can I share a ride from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cardiff Bay. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay

Q: How long does it take to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay?

It takes approximately 3h to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h
£73–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
4h 18m
£18–29
Bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h 18m
£29–69
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Heathrow-LHR to Cardiff Bayrideshare 135.6 mi
2h 25m
£30–40
Drive 135.6 mi
1. Drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Baycar 135.6 mi
2h 25m
£33–48

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Bay by bus and train

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between London Heathrow Airport (LHR), England and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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