The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Hatfield
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Hatfield will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Luton to Hatfield, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:59 AM1h32Luton11:31 AMHatfield€171One-way0 transfers
9:59 AM1h32Luton11:31 AMHatfield€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Hatfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Hatfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€25 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Hatfield:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Hatfield costing on average €25.
Other travel options to Hatfield take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
Live departures
Luton to Hatfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Hatfield trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:59 AM Luton | 1h32 | 11:31 AM Hatfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:26 PM Luton | 1h39 | 6:05 PM Hatfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Luton | 1h13 | 6:39 PM Hatfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Hatfield
Trains from Luton to Hatfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from Luton to Hatfield trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Luton and Hatfield from €14. 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 Luton to Hatfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Hatfield
Most Luton to Hatfield trains use the Luton to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Hatfield 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.
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.
Which Hatfield station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Hatfield from Hatfield city centre
Hatfield train station facilities and services
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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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