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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for 24 Nov

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 46 m

Buses per day

17

Distance

198 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff to London Luton Airport will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.

Fast coaches

To travel from Cardiff to London Luton Airport you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX509 · NXA1
16:456h05
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
22:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£251One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA2
19:455h45
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
01:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£281One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA2
17:306h00
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
23:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£301One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA31
08:305h50
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
14:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX507 · NXA1
07:306h35
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
14:05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£331One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Cardiff to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 198 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£65

Average Price

5h 29m

Average total duration

4h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

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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 coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
14:40 03:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h30
08:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA31
Delayed
13:10 04:50Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h25
14:20 14:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX240
Delayed
14:40 05:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h40
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA31
Delayed
13:10 05:55Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h20
14:20 14:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
14:40 07:30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h10
11:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA1
Delayed
11:55 07:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h20
14:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA31
Delayed
13:10 08:30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
14:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
14:40 09:25Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h10
14:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
14:40 11:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h15
15:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA1
On time
12:15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
18:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX230
On time
12:35 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
18:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
14:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h45
19:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX230
On time
15:05 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
16:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA1
On time
16:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h05
22:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA2
On time
17:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h00
23:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NX422
On time
18:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h30
00:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA2
On time
19:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h45
01:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
Monday 24 November
national_express01:30 Cardiff
5h30
07:00 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to London Luton Airport

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Buses from Cardiff to London Luton Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 198 km distance in 5h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
198 km
Average bus duration
4h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
5h 25m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
19:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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 £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Cardiff to London Luton Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to London Luton Airport by coach. 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 coach, 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) is 5 h 20 min   to travel the 123 mile long trip, with around there are 19 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) leaves at 04: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) leaves at 23: 40.
There are 19 coaches a day from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport (LTN). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff and London Luton Airport (LTN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) by coach is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Luton Airport (LTN) from Cardiff including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff to London Luton Airport (LTN).

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