How far is Cardiff from Luton?

The distance separating Cardiff and Luton is 122 miles (196 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cardiff to Luton?

Most of the buses traveling from Cardiff to Luton leave from Sophia Gardens and arrive at London Luton Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Cardiff to Luton from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cardiff to Luton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:28pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 52m	6:20pm	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	6:58pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 17m	12:15am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Sophia Gardens	5h 50m	9:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	5h 45m	9:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 40m	9:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cardiff to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

122 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $54	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$23 - $34	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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