How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Luton?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Luton start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Luton?

The average train ride duration from Nottingham to Luton is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Nottingham to Luton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nottingham to Luton?

The earliest train departs from Nottingham to Luton at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Train Nottingham to Luton from $42

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Luton on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:35pm	Carlton	1h 50m	5:25pm	Luton	Cheapest
Train	5:50pm	Nottingham	1h 33m	7:23pm	Luton	Fastest
Train	3:35pm	Carlton	1h 50m	5:25pm	Luton	No tags
Train	4:35pm	Carlton	1h 50m	6:25pm	Luton	No tags
Train	4:35pm	Carlton	1h 50m	6:25pm	Luton	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Luton on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:20am	Beeston	2h 5m	11:25am	Luton	Cheapest
Train	5:50pm	Nottingham	1h 33m	7:23pm	Luton	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Beeston	1h 36m	8:54am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:18am	Beeston	1h 36m	8:54am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:32am	Beeston	1h 53m	9:25am	Luton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:05 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, 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$16 - $75	Average Duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $223	Average Duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $21	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. Travelers 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 $31

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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $31. The average price for this train route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Luton?
The average train ride duration from Nottingham to Luton is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Nottingham to Luton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nottingham to Luton?
The earliest train departs from Nottingham to Luton at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$50

01/25

No data

Today

$50

01/27

$50

01/28

$50

01/29

$49

01/30

$50

01/31

No data

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Luton was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $49

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 $49 to $214 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 $49 which is on 2026-01-29.