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Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 197 km
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3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Great Western Rail as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 09:35. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 3h 23m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 09:35 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
£62
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Price
£160
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £81.
The train journey from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) covers a distance of 197 km and takes approximately 3h 23m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) is 197 km.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) departs at 9:35.
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
To get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway offers views of the Severn Estuary, rolling countryside, and quaint English towns, providing a pleasant and moderately scenic experience.
A day trip from Cardiff Central to Luton Airport Parkway is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 23m. Trains run 8 times per day, covering a distance of 197 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Cardiff
Luton
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Luton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Luton is Luton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton Airport Parkway for your journey to Luton from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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