London to London Luton Airport train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€20

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

45 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to London Luton Airport will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London to London Luton Airport without transferring at least once.

East Midlands TrainsC51648+MetroLuton Dart
09:00AM0h34
London St Pancras International (STP)
09:34AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€141One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkW59416+MetroLuton Dart
09:36AM0h44
London St Pancras International (STP)
10:20AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€151One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands TrainsC52141+MetroLuton Dart
09:30AM0h34
London St Pancras International (STP)
10:04AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€151One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkW59364+MetroLuton Dart
08:33AM0h57
London St Pancras International (STP)
09:30AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€241One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkG83629+MetroLuton Dart
09:03AM0h57
London St Pancras International (STP)
10:00AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€241One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €9.

Distance: 45 km

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Train
Most popular
Bus

€22

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

East Midlands Trains

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National Express

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Live departures

London to London Luton Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for London to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:38 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslinkW59362+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
8:03 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
9:00 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)		1 transfer
thameslinkW59364+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
8:33 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
9:30 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)		1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayC51648+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
9:00 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
9:34 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)		1 transfer
thameslinkG83629+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
9:03 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
10:00 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)		1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayC52141+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
9:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h34
10:04 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)		1 transfer
thameslinkW59416+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
9:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h44
10:20 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)		1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to London Luton Airport

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Trains from London to London Luton Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 33m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
33m
First train
04:33
Last train
22:54
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from London to London Luton Airport trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between London and London Luton Airport from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
€9
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Trains

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
€15
Thameslink frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: Trains from London to London Luton Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to London Luton Airport (LTN) can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to London Luton Airport (LTN) is €21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between London and London Luton Airport (LTN) is on average 32 min   for the 44 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to London Luton Airport (LTN) from London by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to London Luton Airport (LTN) leaves at 04: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London to London Luton Airport (LTN) leaves at 22: 54.
There are 10 trains a day from London to London Luton Airport (LTN) which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London Luton Airport (LTN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from London to London Luton Airport (LTN).
Take the London to London Luton Airport (LTN) train with East Midlands Trains or Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey to London Luton Airport (LTN) from London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 54.
A day trip to London Luton Airport (LTN) from London is worth doing with a journey time of 32 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to London Luton Airport (LTN) is September.
You have options as you can travel to London Luton Airport (LTN) from London 2 different ways: coach or train.

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