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Trip Overview

The average train between Luton and Cardiff University takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Luton to Cardiff University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 6m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Luton to Cardiff University train times

Trains run hourly between Luton and Cardiff University. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Cardiff University at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 55m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 55m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 53m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 53m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)10h 26m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 51m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 51m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 55m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 55m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 55m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Luton to Cardiff University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Luton to Cardiff University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 179.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Cardiff University via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 17m.

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