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Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 196 km
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Why should you book Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- 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 station (LUT).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:19, the last at 14:54. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 3h 13m.
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 £18
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 09:19 |
Last train 14:54 |
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 £18
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Luton station (LUT) from £18. 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 13m
Cheapest Price
£59
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 43m
Cheapest Price
£166
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) 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 station (LUT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) covers a distance of 196 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) is 196 km.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) leaves at 9:19.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) departs at 14:54.
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
To get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT) 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 offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through parts of the Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and the Chiltern Hills, providing picturesque landscapes along the route.
A day trip from Cardiff Central to Luton is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 13m. Trains run 8 times per day for this route, covering a distance of 196 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Luton station (LUT).
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Luton station (LUT)
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. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your journey to Luton from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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