How much does a train ticket cost from Peterborough to Luton?

The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Luton start from £48. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Luton?

The average train journey time from Peterborough to Luton is 2h 12m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators serve the Peterborough to Luton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Peterborough to Luton departs at 07:54. And the latest train departs at 15:54.

Train Peterborough to Luton from £47

Next train departures

Next departures from Peterborough to Luton on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:55	Peterborough	2h 11m	10:06	Luton Airport Parkway	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:55	Peterborough	2h 11m	10:06	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 2 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 12mAverage duration

49 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£48 - £111	Average duration2h 12m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at £48

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Peterborough to Luton by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Peterborough to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Luton start from £48. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Luton?
The average train journey time from Peterborough to Luton is 2h 12m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Peterborough to Luton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Peterborough to Luton?
The earliest train from Peterborough to Luton departs at 07:54. And the latest train departs at 15:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Luton was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £108

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

You can expect to pay from £108 to £150 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £108, which is on 2025-12-12.