The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Newbury
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€48
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 17
2
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Newbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Newbury will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 trains from Luton to Newbury, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
2:13 PM2h25Luton4:38 PMNewbury€391One-way0 transfers
6:02 AM2h30Luton8:32 AMNewbury€581One-way0 transfers
2:13 PM2h25Luton4:38 PMNewbury€391One-way0 transfers
6:02 AM2h30Luton8:32 AMNewbury€581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Newbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Newbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €54, while a bus costs an average of €59.
Distance: 82 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Newbury:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to Newbury costing on average €59.
Other travel options to Newbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 44m.
Live departures
Luton to Newbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Newbury trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:02 AM Luton | 2h30 | 8:32 AM Newbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:13 PM Luton | 2h25 | 4:38 PM Newbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Luton to Newbury by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Newbury
Trains from Luton to Newbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink from Luton to Newbury trainsElizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton and Newbury from €39. 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 Newbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Newbury 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 Newbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Newbury
Most Luton to Newbury trains use the Luton to Newbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Newbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Newbury 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.
Which Newbury station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Newbury from Newbury city centre
Newbury train station facilities and services
Newbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Mio Fiore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Newbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newbury.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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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