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Find the best prices from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 train prices and times
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €45.28, with average prices for this route around €62.55.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:07 Cardiff Central | 07:49 Heathrow T5 Bus | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:07 Cardiff Central | 08:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:07 Cardiff Central | 08:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
05:07 Cardiff Central | 08:05 Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
05:54 Cardiff Central | 08:29 Heathrow T5 Bus | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:54 Cardiff Central | 08:31 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 train route details

First train
05:07

Last train
23:30

Journey time
2h 25m

Distance
117 miles

Price
€45.28*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5

Travelling 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 (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling 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 travelling 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
Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.

Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.










