How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Luton cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Luton is $47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Luton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from London to Luton?

A train trip between London and Luton is around 58m, although the fastest train will take about 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 46 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Luton?

The number of trains from London to Luton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 115. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Luton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Luton?

When taking the train from London to Luton, you can travel comfortably and safely with ThamesLink, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern.

Train London to Luton from $7

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Luton on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:37pm	Luton Airport Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 3m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	23m	7:41am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 3m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:12am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 16m	8:20am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:14am	Peckham Rye	1h 1m	8:15am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:14am	Peckham Rye	1h 1m	8:15am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Luton on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	25m	3:40pm	Luton	Cheapest
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:37pm	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Wimbledon	1h 8m	8:15am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	23m	7:41am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:07am	Wimbledon	1h 8m	8:15am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	26m	7:44am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:37am	Wimbledon	1h 8m	8:45am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:37am	Wimbledon	1h 8m	8:45am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Luton on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	St Pancras International	22m	7:37am	Luton Airport Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:14am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:22am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:15am	St Pancras International	25m	7:40am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:14am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:22am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	25m	3:40pm	Luton	No tags
Train	7:44am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:52am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:37pm	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:44am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:52am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Luton on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:44pm	St Pancras International	22m	4:06pm	Luton Airport Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:14pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:36pm	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	9:50am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	10:58am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	23m	9:23am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	9:50am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	10:58am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	23m	9:23am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	3:20pm	Peckham Rye	1h 2m	4:22pm	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	27m	9:27am	Luton	No tags

Next departures for London to Luton on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:37pm	Luton Airport Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:08am	Norwood Junction	59m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	23m	7:41am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:08am	Norwood Junction	59m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:12am	Norwood Junction	1h 3m	8:15am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:12am	Norwood Junction	1h 3m	8:15am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:38am	Norwood Junction	1h	8:38am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:38am	Norwood Junction	1h	8:38am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures for London to Luton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:37pm	Luton Airport Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 3m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	26m	7:44am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 3m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	25m	3:40pm	Luton	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:12am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	23m	7:41am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 16m	8:20am	Luton	No tags

Next departures for London to Luton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	22m	3:37pm	Luton Airport Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 3m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	26m	7:44am	Luton	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 3m	8:07am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	3:15pm	St Pancras International	25m	3:40pm	Luton	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 8m	8:12am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:18am	St Pancras International	23m	7:41am	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	7:04am	Peckham Rye	1h 16m	8:20am	Luton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:25 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London 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 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

95 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $111	Average Duration1h 14m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $101	Average Duration58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $14	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Great Northern

4/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Luton

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Luton cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Luton is $47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Luton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from London to Luton?
A train trip between London and Luton is around 58m, although the fastest train will take about 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 46 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between London and Luton?
The number of trains from London to Luton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 115. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Luton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Luton?
When taking the train from London to Luton, you can travel comfortably and safely with ThamesLink, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-11

$37

11-12

$16

Today

$19

11-14

$16

11-15

$8

11-16

$16

11-17

$14

11-18

$14

The cheapest trip from London to Luton was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $8

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 $8 to $95 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 $8 which is on 2025-11-15.

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.