How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Luton?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Luton start at $39. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Luton?

The average train trip from Nottingham to Luton takes 1h 50m and covers 129 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 23m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Luton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 33 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Luton?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Luton departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.

Train Nottingham to Luton from $58

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Luton on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:23am	Beeston	2h 2m	11:25am	Luton	Cheapest
Train	5:50pm	Nottingham	1h 33m	7:23pm	Luton	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Netherfield	2h 3m	9:26am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:23am	Netherfield	2h 3m	9:26am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:43am	Netherfield	2h 12m	9:55am	Luton	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Luton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12pm	Beeston	1h 31m	8:43pm	Luton	Cheapest
Train	9:27am	Nottingham	1h 30m	10:57am	Luton	Fastest
Train	9:52am	Carlton	1h 52m	11:44am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	9:52am	Carlton	1h 52m	11:44am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	11:42am	Netherfield	2h 6m	1:48pm	Luton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:15 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

130 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $147	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $314	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $31	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $39

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Luton by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Luton start at $39. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Luton?
The average train trip from Nottingham to Luton takes 1h 50m and covers 129 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 23m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Luton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 33 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Luton?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Luton departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$81

12-11

$81

Today

$81

12-13

$126

12-14

$69

12-15

$70

12-16

No data

12-17

No data

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Luton was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $302 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-12-14.