Cardiff to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Luton

Showing times and prices for 01 Dec

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 46 m

Buses per day

19

Distance

196 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cardiff to Luton will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

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

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
03:456h00
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
09:45Luton
£221One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA1
16:456h05
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
22:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£281One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA2
17:306h00
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
23:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£311One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA2
19:455h45
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
01:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£321One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX507 · NX422
18:455h30
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
00:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£341One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Luton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Luton 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 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 196 km

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Coach
Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£57

Average Price

5h 47m

Average total duration

5h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Cardiff to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Luton coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
20:45 03:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h30
08:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX240
Delayed
20:45 05:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h40
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
20:45 07:30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h10
11:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA1
Delayed
12:15 07:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h20
14:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
20:45 09:25Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h10
14:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
Delayed
20:45 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
Delayed
20:45 14:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h45
19:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:50 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
5h45
20:35 Luton1 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
Delayed
20:45 16:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
22:30 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
Monday 1 December
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
03:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h00
08:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus03:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
6h00
09:45 Luton1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX23004:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
09:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX240
On time
05:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
07:20 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h25
11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA107:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h35
14:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA31
On time
08:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h50
14:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
09:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h20
14:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
11:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h40
16:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
14:35 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
19:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
16:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h00
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_expressNX509 · NXA2
On time
19:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h45
01:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Luton

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Buses from Cardiff to Luton run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 196 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
196 km
Average bus duration
5h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
5h 25m
First bus
02:30
Last bus
23:50
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, FlixBus from Cardiff to LutonYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Price
£35
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
17 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 Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Luton can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Luton is £31; 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 Luton is 5 h 25 min   to travel the 121 mile long route, with around there are 13 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to Luton leaves at 04: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to Luton leaves at 19: 45.
There are 13 coaches a day from Cardiff to Luton which require at least one change with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Cardiff to Luton coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Cardiff and Luton to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Luton by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Luton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Cardiff to Luton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Luton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to Luton.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Luton

    Cardiff
    Luton
    The major coach station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens for your trip from Cardiff to Luton.
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