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

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Luton start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Luton?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Luton is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 80 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Luton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 31 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 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:23.

Train Nottingham to Luton from £22

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Luton on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:07	Carlton	2h 18m	22:25	Luton	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Nottingham	1h 35m	10:25	Luton	Fastest
Train	07:29	Carlton	1h 56m	09:25	Luton	No tags
Train	07:29	Carlton	1h 56m	09:25	Luton	No tags
Train	07:43	Netherfield	2h 12m	09:55	Luton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 03:10 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

81 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £57	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£34 - £172	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £16	Average duration1h 40m	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 £34

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Luton start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Luton?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Luton is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 80 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Luton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 31 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 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/01

£44

08/01

£38

Today

£44

10/01

£38

11/01

No data

12/01

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Luton was searched and found on 8 Jan 2026 with a price of £38

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 £38 to £162 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 £38, which is on 2026-01-10.