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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff for London Luton Airport on Mon, May 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.
9:50 AM3h27Cardiff1:17 PMLondon Luton Airport$601One-way0 transfers- 10:13 AM3h34Cardiff1:47 PMLondon Luton Airport$711One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM3h27Cardiff2:17 PMLondon Luton Airport$831One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM3h27Cardiff2:17 PMLondon Luton Airport$831One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM3h27Cardiff1:17 PMLondon Luton Airport$601One-way0 transfers
- 10:13 AM3h34Cardiff1:47 PMLondon Luton Airport$711One-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 $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$82 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to London Luton Airport costing on average $82 (€67).
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 51m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (2h 53m by train vs 2h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $82 (€67) compared to roughly $54 (€43) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to London Luton Airport trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GW106000 · W35211+ C41865+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 8:15 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h32 | 12:47 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4 transfers | |
GW105800 · W35211+C41865+ G39587 | 8:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h24 | 12:47 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 5 transfers | |
| V80648 · GW105600 · C00123+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 8:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h57 | 1:47 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 5 transfers | |
GW105000 · C50037+ X51916+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 10:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h34 | 3:04 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 5 transfers | |
| V80645 · GW104800 · W35438+C41883 | On time 11:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h27 | 3:47 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 5 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
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Trains from Cardiff to London Luton Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:51, the last at 13:50. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 7:51 AM |
Last train 1:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff to London Luton Airport trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff and London Luton Airport from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to London Luton Airport by train. 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 train, 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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