How far is Luton from Cardiff?

The distance between the two cities is 122 miles (196 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Luton to Cardiff leave from London Luton Airport and arrive at Sophia Gardens. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Castell Coch (Red Castle), Bute Park, Wales Millennium Centre, St John the Baptist Church and Brecon Beacons National Park.

Bus Luton to Cardiff from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Luton to Cardiff on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Luton DART Parkway	6h 20m	8:20pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:20am	Luton DART Parkway	9h 10m	12:30pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	7h	12:50am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7hAverage Duration

120 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $31	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

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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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Where are the popular stops in Luton and Cardiff?

Stops in Luton

A - London Luton Airport

B - Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop

C - Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village

D - Lilley

E - Butterfield Business Park

F - Stopsley

Stops in Cardiff

A - Sophia Gardens

B - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

C - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

D - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

E - National Museum

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Luton to Cardiff by bus

How far is Luton from Cardiff?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Cardiff?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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11/09

$20

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$25

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The cheapest trip from Luton to Cardiff was searched and found on Nov 9, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $44 for a bus ticket from Luton to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-15.