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Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$84.65, with average prices for this route around AU$111.04. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:30 7h 37m, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:07 +1 Heathrow T5 Bus		Find Tickets
23:30 7h 46m, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:16 +1 Heathrow Terminal 5		Find Tickets
23:30 7h 46m, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:16 +1 Heathrow Terminal 5	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
23:30 8h 5m, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:35 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 Train Route Details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Heathrow Terminal 5

Journey time

2h 25m

Distance

187 km

Price

AU$84.65*

Train operators

Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5

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 Central to Heathrow Terminal 5. 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 Train Route Details