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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on 27 Oct
£128
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£128
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
3 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
3 h 29 m
Trains on 27 Oct
1
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
On Tue 27 Oct, we found 1 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport, including 1 direct services.
These 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 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
10:183h29Cardiff Central (CDF)13:47London Luton Airport£1281One-way0 changes
- 10:183h29Cardiff Central (CDF)13:47London Luton Airport£1281One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 12:50. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 12:50 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport trip
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport trains for today, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h27 | 14:17 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 27 October | |||||
| 10:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h29 | 13:47 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport train
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Luton Airport
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Luton Airport trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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