Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at $20
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 $6
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the ticket access. Great Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $31
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.
How much is the train ticket from London to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Luton start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $33. 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 London to Luton?
The average train ride duration from London to Luton is 56m, covering a distance of 32 miles (51 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Luton route?
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 11:59pm.
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.
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.
Which train operator has the most timely service from London to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller 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
01/07
$28
01/08
$27
Today
$12
01/10
$12
01/11
$7
01/12
$12
01/13
$7
01/14
$31
The cheapest trip from London to Luton was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $7
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 $7 to $67 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 $7 which is on 2026-01-11.
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.