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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Luton
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Luton will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Luton without transferring at least 2 times.
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X9090311:00 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:57 PMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way2 transfers- Y41746 · C00123+X90904+C3780510:37 AM2h50Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:27 PMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way3 transfers
- C01231+X90907+C380689:00 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:57 AMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way2 transfers
- C01232+C38138+X9090510:00 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:57 PMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way2 transfers
- C50038+C37694+
G01066+W454569:15 AM2h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:13 PMLuton station (LUT)€1121One-way3 transfers
- Y41746 · C00123+X90904+C3780510:37 AM2h50Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:27 PMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way3 transfers
- C00698+C37835+X9090311:00 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:57 PMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way2 transfers
- C01231+X90907+C380689:00 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:57 AMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way2 transfers
- C01232+C38138+X9090510:00 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:57 PMLuton station (LUT)€551One-way2 transfers
- C50038+C37694+G01066+W454569:15 AM2h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:13 PMLuton station (LUT)€1121One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Luton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 158 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€57 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Luton trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34494+C02650+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | Delayed 12:49 PM 1:00 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 3:57 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
| W34499+G28270+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | On time 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 4:57 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
| W34501+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C02647 | On time 2:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 5:27 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
C42465 · C42293+ C41917+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 2:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h02 | 5:40 PM Luton station (LUT) | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
| C01231+C38068+X90907 | 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 11:57 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
| C50038+W45456+C37694+G01066 | 9:15 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h58 | 12:13 PM Luton station (LUT) | 3 transfers | |
| C33249 · C00165+C02701+C36852 | 9:39 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h04 | 12:43 PM Luton station (LUT) | 3 transfers | |
| C01232+X90905+C38138 | 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 12:57 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
| Y41746 · C00123+C37805+X90904 | 10:37 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h50 | 1:27 PM Luton station (LUT) | 3 transfers | |
| C00698+X90903+C37835 | 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 1:57 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Luton trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Luton from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Luton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Luton
Most Bristol to Luton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to London Luton Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Luton. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street train station facilities and services
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
Which Luton station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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