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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- $93
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- $113
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 3 h 44 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 3 h 44 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 12
- Distance
- 198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport without transferring at least 3 times.
W35220+
C36859+
Luton Dart+
X185952:20 PM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 6:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers- W35442+X18593+C36806+Luton Dart
3:14 PM 3h50 Cardiff Central (CDF) 7:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - W35439+X18597+Luton Dart+C36843
1:20 PM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 5:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - W35438+X18599+C36828+Luton Dart
12:20 PM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 4:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - C33109+C36816+X18601+Luton Dart
11:20 AM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 3:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers
- W35220+C36859+Luton Dart+X18595
2:20 PM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 6:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - W35439+X18597+Luton Dart+C36843
1:20 PM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 5:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - W35438+X18599+C36828+Luton Dart
12:20 PM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 4:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - C33109+C36816+X18601+Luton Dart
11:20 AM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 3:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers - C00123+C36804+Luton Dart+X18603
10:20 AM 3h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) $93 1 One-way 3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 but you can travel from only $23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 12:50. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 12:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport trip
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C50038+C02701+Luton Dart+C36852 | 8:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h01 | 12:51 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3 transfers | |
C00165+Luton Dart+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+X18604 | 9:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h59 | 1:34 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3 transfers | |
| C00123+C36804+X18603+Luton Dart | 10:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h44 | 2:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3 transfers | |
| W34979 · C05988+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Luton Dart | 10:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h09 | 2:34 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport
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Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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