Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway train

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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

First Great Western Service
01:20PMCardiff Central2h48 04:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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02:20PMCardiff Central2h48 05:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
03:17PMCardiff Central2h51 06:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
04:20PMCardiff Central2h48 07:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
04:50PMCardiff Central3h01 07:51PMLuton Airport Parkway
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Train schedule from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 2
First Great Western Service
01:20PMCardiff Central2h48 04:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
02:20PMCardiff Central2h48 05:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
03:17PMCardiff Central2h51 06:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
04:20PMCardiff Central2h48 07:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
04:50PMCardiff Central3h01 07:51PMLuton Airport Parkway
2 transfers
First Great Western Service
05:20PMCardiff Central2h48 08:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
06:20PMCardiff Central2h48 09:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
07:20PMCardiff Central2h48 10:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
08:20PMCardiff Central3h03 11:23PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
09:20PMCardiff Central8h32 05:52AMLuton Airport Parkway
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Fastest train times from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway

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Fastest Journey

2 h 48 m

Average

2 h 48 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

197 km

It's difficult to get from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway without transferring at least 2 times.

First Great Western Service
01:20PMCardiff Central2h48 04:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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02:20PMCardiff Central2h48 05:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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04:20PMCardiff Central2h48 07:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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05:20PMCardiff Central2h48 08:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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First Great Western Service
06:20PMCardiff Central2h48 09:08PMLuton Airport Parkway
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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway

distanceDistance122 miles (197 km)
frequencyTrain frequency26 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersGreat Western Railway

Trains from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway cover the 122 miles (197 km) long route taking on average 2 h 51 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway. Normally, there are 26 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Luton Airport Parkway.

Travel Tips: Trains from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Luton Airport Parkway easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway.
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The Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway train distance is approximately 122 miles (197 km).
On average the Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway train travel time is 2 h 51 min  for the 122 mile (197 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Cardiff Central   and arrive in Luton Airport Parkway.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Cardiff Central and travel around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Luton Airport Parkway and need to travel approximately 2.3 miles (3.7 km) from the train station to the city center in Luton Airport Parkway.

Take the Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway train with Great Western Railway. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The average number of trains departing Cardiff Central for Luton Airport Parkway is 26 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
You can take the first train from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway at 5: 07 AM. The last train from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway that you can take departs at 9: 20 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway schedule to help you book the best departure time for this route.

Trains departing from Cardiff Central

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Cardiff Airport
14 miles (22 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located outside of the main entrance.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Parking
Parking
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 23: 59 | Sat: 06: 00 - 01: 30 Parking space: 388 Parking Pricing: €1. 00 for 2 hours | €2. 00 for 4 hours | €4. 00 for 1 day
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Dining
Dining
Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Helpline Contact: 03333 211202 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Trains arriving to Luton Airport Parkway

Distance from Luton Airport Parkway to city center
Distance from Luton Airport Parkway to city center
2.3 miles (3.7 km)
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
ATM
ATM
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: YES
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Dining
Dining
The Sicilian | Cheese & Pickle Sandwich Bar
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Green Motion International
Information Desk
Information Desk
Helpline Contact: If you require assistance on your journey, please contact our assisted travel helpline to discuss your requirements on: Email - [email protected] | Phone - 0800 058 2844 | Textphone - 0800 138 1018 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Accessibility
Accessibility
Staff help available: Yes | Step free access coverage: Yes | Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. | Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station | Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details | Accessible toilets: Yes | Ramp for train access: Yes | Wheelchairs available: Yes | Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed | Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

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