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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$39
Fastest journey on Sep 07
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
6 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 07
4
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to London Luton Airport will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 4 buses from Cardiff to London Luton Airport, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:45 PM6h05Cardiff10:50 PMLondon Luton Airport$241One-way0 transfers- 2:45 PM6h40Cardiff9:25 PMLondon Luton Airport$291One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM6h40Cardiff10:25 PMLondon Luton Airport$321One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 PM5h45Cardiff1:30 AMLondon Luton Airport$691One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 PM5h45Cardiff1:30 AMLondon Luton Airport$691One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h05Cardiff10:50 PMLondon Luton Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM6h40Cardiff10:25 PMLondon Luton Airport$321One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 PM6h40Cardiff9:25 PMLondon Luton Airport$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $93.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to London Luton Airport:
A bus is $65 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to London Luton Airport costing on average $93 (€75).
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 4h 48m versus 2h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Cardiff to London Luton Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Live departures
Cardiff to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to London Luton Airport buses for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45 PM Cardiff | 5h45 | 12:30 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 7 | |||||
| 2:45 PM Cardiff | 6h40 | 9:25 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:45 PM Cardiff | 6h40 | 10:25 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Cardiff | 6h05 | 10:50 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to London Luton Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 18:45. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 6:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to London Luton Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $19 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to London Luton Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Most Cardiff to London Luton Airport buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and London Luton Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
Getting to Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Cardiff, University from Cardiff city centre
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