Train from London to Luton: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Luton on May 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ThamesLinkTrain
St Pancras International
Luton Airport ParkwayCheapest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
Luton Airport ParkwayFastest
ThamesLinkTrain
Peckham Rye
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Peckham Rye
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from London to Luton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

401bus per day
1h 15mAverage Duration
29 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceCA$10 - CA$157Average Duration1h 15m
1kg CO₂e
Average PriceCA$8 - CA$124Average Duration56m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from London 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Luton?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Luton start from CA$8. The average price for this train route is around CA$40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Luton?

    The average train ride duration from London to Luton is 56m, covering a distance of 31 miles (49 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators service the London to Luton route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 147 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Luton?

    The earliest train departs from London to Luton at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from London to Luton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Luton?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from London to Luton?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Luton?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/30
CA$15
05/01
CA$14
Today
CA$12
05/03
CA$15
05/04
CA$9
05/05
CA$14
05/06
CA$14
05/07
CA$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Luton was searched and found on May 4, 2026 with a price of CA$9

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

You can expect to pay from CA$9 to CA$77 for a train ticket from London to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$9 which is on 2026-05-04.

Usually ThamesLink will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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