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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€44
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€65
Fastest journey on Oct 07
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
2 h 14 m
Trains on Oct 07
19
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Birmingham will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Birmingham without transferring at least 2 times.
W32947+
W33924+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston9:59 AM2h28Luton station (LUT)12:27 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way2 transfers- W45382+W34292+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston12:29 PM2h28Luton station (LUT)2:57 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way2 transfers
- W45384+C01372+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston10:29 AM2h27Luton station (LUT)12:56 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way2 transfers
- W32973+W34290+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston11:29 AM2h27Luton station (LUT)1:56 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way2 transfers
- W32964+W33919+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston10:59 AM2h28Luton station (LUT)1:27 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way2 transfers
C41875 · C21643+
G0096010:40 AM1h58Luton station (LUT)12:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€511One-way2 transfers- C41888 · W70877+G0096612:40 PM1h58Luton station (LUT)2:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€511One-way2 transfers
- C41866 · W70858+G009599:15 AM2h23Luton station (LUT)11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€511One-way2 transfers
- C41862 · W70854+G009568:14 AM2h24Luton station (LUT)10:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€1081One-way2 transfers
- W45384+C01372+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston10:29 AM2h27Luton station (LUT)12:56 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Luton to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C41862 · W70854+G00956 | On time 8:14 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h24 | 10:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33935+C04212+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 8:36 AM 8:25 AMLuton station (LUT) | 2h30 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| G66942+C41863 · W70856 | Delayed 9:16 AM 8:41 AMLuton station (LUT) | 2h34 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W34246+W32951+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:59 AMLuton station (LUT) | 2h28 | 11:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| C41866 · W70858+G00959 | On time 9:15 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h23 | 11:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W34286+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W32966 | Delayed 9:40 AM 9:29 AMLuton station (LUT) | 2h28 | 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W34208+W32969+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 12:10 PM 11:59 AMLuton station (LUT) | 2h28 | 2:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| C41888 · W70877+G00966 | On time 12:40 PM Luton station (LUT) | 1h58 | 2:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33962+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W32974 | Delayed 1:10 PM 12:59 PMLuton station (LUT) | 2h28 | 3:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| C41892 · W70880+G00969 | On time 1:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h28 | 3:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W34289+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W32942 | Delayed 1:40 PM 1:29 PMLuton station (LUT) | 2h27 | 3:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Luton to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Birmingham
Most Luton to Birmingham trains use the Luton to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Luton and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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