Luton to Cardiff Queen Street by train
| First train | 04:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:13 | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Journey time | From 3h 15m | |
| Distance | 121 miles (195 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Luton to Cardiff Queen Street by train
Looking to travel from Luton to Cardiff Queen Street by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 34 minutes to travel from Luton to Cardiff Queen Street by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 15 minutes though. You'll usually find 21 trains per day running along the 121 miles (195 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Cardiff Queen Street, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or Thameslink to get to Cardiff Queen Street. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Luton to Cardiff Queen Street in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Luton to Cardiff Queen Street
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