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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Luton is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Luton is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Luton?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Luton is 198 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Luton without a car is to line 304 bus and train which takes 4h 44m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Cardiff Airport to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Luton bus from?

Cardiff Airport to Luton bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Bus or fly from Cardiff Airport to Luton?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Luton is to line 304 bus and bus which takes 6h 26m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 4h 30m.

How long is the flight from Cardiff Airport to Luton?

There is no direct flight from Cardiff Airport Airport to Luton Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 6h 30m and has one stopover.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Luton bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Luton bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Luton is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cardiff Airport to Luton.

Which airlines fly from Cardiff Airport Airport to Luton Airport Airport?

Aer Lingus, KLM, easyJet and Ryanair offer flights from Cardiff Airport Airport to Luton Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Luton.

Cardiff Airport to Luton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 304 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to Luton by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 304 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Lutontrain
4h 44m
£83–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
8h 27m
£26–40
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
6h 26m
£29–51
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Lutoncar 153.2 mi
3h 33m
£39–55
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane CWL - LTN
4h 30m
£55–130

Cardiff Airport to Luton by bus and train

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport, Wales and Luton, England?

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Luton Station Interchange via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Luton Airport (LTN) twice daily.

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