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C385748:513h49London Luton Airport (LUA)12:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£761One-way3 changes
C04216+C42175+Luton Dart+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:483h52London Luton Airport (LUA)12:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£871One-way3 changes- C42187 · W34983+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:214h29London Luton Airport (LUA)12:50Cardiff Central (CDF)£1481One-way4 changes
- C04219+C42203 · C42702+Luton Dart9:183h52London Luton Airport (LUA)13:10Cardiff Central (CDF)£1481One-way4 changes
- W34679 · C42701+Luton Dart+C026638:054h07London Luton Airport (LUA)12:12Cardiff Central (CDF)£1481One-way4 changes
- C42175+Luton Dart+C02567+C385748:513h49London Luton Airport (LUA)12:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£761One-way3 changes
- C04219+C42203 · C42702+Luton Dart9:183h52London Luton Airport (LUA)13:10Cardiff Central (CDF)£1481One-way4 changes
- C04216+C42175+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:483h52London Luton Airport (LUA)12:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£871One-way3 changes
- W34679 · C42701+Luton Dart+C026638:054h07London Luton Airport (LUA)12:12Cardiff Central (CDF)£1481One-way4 changes
- W34687 · C42260+Luton Dart+C025719:214h26London Luton Airport (LUA)13:47Cardiff Central (CDF)£1481One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 198 km
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3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Luton Airport to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Luton Dart+C02663+C38518+W34679 | 8:05 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4h07 | 12:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Luton Dart+C02611+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C42187 | 8:21 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4h29 | 12:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Luton Dart+C04216+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C42175 | 8:48 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3h52 | 12:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Luton Dart+C02567+C38574+C42175 | 8:51 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3h49 | 12:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| Luton Dart+C04219+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C42203 | 9:18 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 3h52 | 13:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
| Luton Dart+C02571+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W34687 | 9:21 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4h26 | 13:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Luton Airport to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 7:21 |
Last train 20:21 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Luton Airport to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Luton Airport and Cardiff from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Luton Airport to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Luton Airport and Cardiff
Most London Luton Airport to Cardiff trains use the London Paddington to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare London Luton Airport and Cardiff 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.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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