The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Oxford
Cheapest price on Oct 17
€46
Average ticket price on Oct 17
€58
Fastest journey on Oct 17
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Oct 17
2 h 14 m
Trains on Oct 17
12
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Oxford will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Oxford without transferring at least 2 times.
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Y15424+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:29 PM2h14Luton station (LUT)2:43 PMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:59 AM2h19Luton station (LUT)11:18 AMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington11:59 AM2h18Luton station (LUT)2:17 PMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:59 PM2h17Luton station (LUT)3:16 PMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington7:59 AM2h19Luton station (LUT)10:18 AMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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G008629:29 AM2h09Luton station (LUT)11:38 AMOxford station (OXF)€701One-way3 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:29 PM2h14Luton station (LUT)2:43 PMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:29 AM2h14Luton station (LUT)10:43 AMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:59 PM2h17Luton station (LUT)3:16 PMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington11:59 AM2h18Luton station (LUT)2:17 PMOxford station (OXF)€461One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Oxford
Trains from Luton to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Luton to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Oxford trains for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34857+ W45586 | Delayed 4:05 AM 2:41 AMLuton station (LUT) | 3h30 | 6:11 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
Y15410+ W45575 | On time 4:09 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h40 | 6:49 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C22613+ C29684 | On time 4:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h18 | 7:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W45560+ C37187+ W35060+ G00849 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h30 | 7:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
Y15412+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C04199 | On time 5:35 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h08 | 7:43 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G14990+ C38354+ W45385 | On time 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h14 | 8:16 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W45604+ C37231+ G00739 | 6:52 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h21 | 9:13 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C10102+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G14935+ G00739 | On time 6:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h17 | 9:13 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
W34865+ C10075+ C37017 | 7:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h17 | 9:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W45522+ C37246+ G14954+ G00855 | 7:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h25 | 9:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
Y15417+ C38540+ W45610 | 7:37 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h06 | 9:43 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W45544+ C38571+ W35107+ G00698 | 7:52 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h18 | 10:10 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G14991+ C10082+ C36874 | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h18 | 10:19 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W45524+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ V40518+ G00858 | 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h26 | 10:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
Y15399+ W32958+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 8:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h16 | 10:43 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W34874+ W32951+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h19 | 11:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W32951+ C38305+ W35111+ G00701 | 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h11 | 11:10 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
W45523+ C38335+ G14957+ G00861 | 9:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h25 | 11:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
W32969+ W34889+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 11:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h18 | 2:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C04238+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ V17466+ G00879 | 12:25 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h12 | 2:37 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
W45382+ Y15423+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 12:29 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h14 | 2:43 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W32974+ W34894+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 12:59 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h17 | 3:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W32974+ W34629+ G00716+ C38243 | 12:59 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h12 | 3:11 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
C04243+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ V17465+ G00887 | 1:25 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h13 | 3:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Luton to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Oxford
Most Luton to Oxford trains use the Luton to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Luton and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Oxford 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.
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.
Which Oxford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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