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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Luton to Cardiff

Composite routes from Luton to Cardiff

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
268 km.
from $14
Fastest
56 min
Plane
Other
3 h 12 min
Bus
295 km.
from €195
Details
3 h 11 min
194 km.
from $215.59
6 h 16 min
194 km.
from $27.52
5 h 39 min
194 km.
from $57.59

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Herbert
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Arriva UK

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/
Bus from Luton Station Interchange to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.91–$20.25

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton to London
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$45.57

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Luton to London
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Victoria to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Luton to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Cardiff is to bus via Herbert Street which costs $23.91 - $33.70 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Luton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Cardiff via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Luton to Cardiff?

The distance between Luton and Cardiff is 285 km. The road distance is 265.8 km.

How do I travel from Luton to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Luton to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Luton to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Luton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Cardiff bus from?

Luton to Cardiff bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Cardiff train from?

Luton to Cardiff train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Luton to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Luton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Luton to Cardiff bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Luton and Cardiff?

It is currently 04:06 at both, Luton and Cardiff.

Where does the Luton to Cardiff train arrive?

Luton to Cardiff train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Cardiff is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Luton to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Luton to Cardiff?

Book your Luton to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Luton to Cardiff?

Book your Luton to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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