Luton to Gravesend train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Gravesend

Showing times and prices for Dec 10

Cheapest price

€42

Average price

€48

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

1 h 11 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Gravesend will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.

Fast trains

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

East Midlands Railways
10:29PM1h14
Luton
11:43PMGravesend
421One-way
1 transfer
Thameslink
05:29PM1h12
Luton
06:41PMGravesend
501One-way
1 transfer
Thameslink
05:43PM1h06
Luton
06:49PMGravesend
501One-way
1 transfer
Thameslink
05:47PM1h59
Luton
07:46PMGravesend
501One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
06:13PM1h07
Luton
07:20PMGravesend
501One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Luton to Gravesend

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €37.

Distance: 73 km

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Bus

€42

Average price

€28

Average price

Cheapest

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 26m

Average total duration

3h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Gravesend

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Trains from Luton to Gravesend run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 14m.

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 €24
Distance
73 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€37
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 14m
First train
04:33
Last train
23:43
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 €24

Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Gravesend trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Gravesend from €24. 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
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
€37
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 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

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
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
€37
Thameslink frequency
7 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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
€42
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Gravesend

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Luton to Gravesend can start from as little as €41 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Gravesend is €43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Gravesend from Luton is on average 1 h 13 min   for the 73 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Luton and Gravesend by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Luton to Gravesend leaves at 03: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Luton to Gravesend leaves at 23: 43.
Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Luton to Gravesend with Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Gravesend. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Luton to Gravesend.
Take the Luton to Gravesend train with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Luton to Gravesend as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 43.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Luton, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gravesend, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Gravesend from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Luton to Gravesend is February.
You have options as you can travel to Gravesend from Luton 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luton to Gravesend

Luton
Gravesend
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Gravesend.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front and rear entrances
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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