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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
198 km
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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 6 buses that leave Cardiff for London Luton Airport every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
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.
3:205h45Cardiff9:05London Luton Airport£181One-way0 changes- 4:505h25Cardiff10:15London Luton Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 16:456h05Cardiff22:50London Luton Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 18:455h45Cardiff0:30London Luton Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 15:456h05Cardiff21:50London Luton Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 4:505h25Cardiff10:15London Luton Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 3:205h45Cardiff9:05London Luton Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 18:455h45Cardiff0:30London Luton Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 16:456h05Cardiff22:50London Luton Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 15:456h05Cardiff21:50London Luton Airport£221One-way0 changes
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 £14. 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 coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 198 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m 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 coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 3:20 Cardiff | 5h45 | 9:05 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:50 Cardiff | 5h25 | 10:15 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:45 Cardiff | 6h20 | 13:05 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:45 Cardiff | 6h05 | 21:50 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:45 Cardiff | 6h05 | 22:50 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to London Luton Airport by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Cardiff to London Luton Airport coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to London Luton Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to London Luton Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff to London Luton Airport.
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 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 198 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 198 km |
Average bus duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 3:20 |
Last bus 19:45 |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to London Luton Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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