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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
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.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cardiff for London Luton Airport on Sat, Apr 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 25 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sat, Apr 25 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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- 5:30 PM6h00Cardiff11:30 PMLondon Luton Airport$291One-way0 transfers
- 4:50 AM5h25Cardiff10:15 AMLondon Luton Airport$621One-way0 transfers
- 4:50 AM5h25Cardiff10:15 AMLondon Luton Airport$621One-way0 transfers
- 5:30 PM6h00Cardiff11:30 PMLondon Luton Airport$291One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h05Cardiff10:50 PMLondon Luton Airport$241One-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 prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to London Luton Airport buses for today, Friday, April 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:25 AM Cardiff | 5h50 | 10:15 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Cardiff | 6h05 | 10:50 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 PM Cardiff | 6h00 | 11:30 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 PM Cardiff | 5h45 | 1:30 AM 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 17 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as $23 (€19). 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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