Luton to Slough train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Slough

Showing times and prices for Dec 10

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€33

Fastest journey

1 h 28 m

Average duration

1 h 31 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Slough will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast trains

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

ThameslinkY36677+Tfl RailP06706
08:27AM1h35
Luton station (LUT)
10:02AMSlough station (SLO)
331One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands TrainsY07318+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Great Western RailP09595
08:55AM1h28
Luton station (LUT)
10:23AMSlough station (SLO)
331One-way
2 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY07315+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Great Western RailP09592
08:25AM1h28
Luton station (LUT)
09:53AMSlough station (SLO)
331One-way
2 transfers
ThameslinkY37016+Tfl RailP06805
08:43AM1h33
Luton station (LUT)
10:16AMSlough station (SLO)
331One-way
1 transfer
ThameslinkY36681+Tfl RailP06718
08:59AM1h32
Luton station (LUT)
10:31AMSlough station (SLO)
331One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 43 km

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Bus

€38

Average price

€20

Average price

Cheapest

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 24m

Average total duration

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Luton to Slough train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Slough trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:22 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslinkY37010+tfl_railP06782
On time
8:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h34
9:47 AM Slough station (SLO)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY07315+assertis_tubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+great_westernP09592
On time
8:25 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h28
9:53 AM Slough station (SLO)
2 transfers
thameslinkY36677+tfl_railP06706
On time
8:27 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h35
10:02 AM Slough station (SLO)
1 transfer
thameslinkY37016+tfl_railP06805
On time
8:43 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h33
10:16 AM Slough station (SLO)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY07318+assertis_tubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+great_westernP09595
On time
8:55 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h28
10:23 AM Slough station (SLO)
2 transfers
thameslinkY36681+tfl_railP06718
On time
8:59 AM Luton station (LUT)
1h32
10:31 AM Slough station (SLO)
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Slough?

The best time to book your train from Luton to Slough is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Slough route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Slough per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Luton to Slough.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Slough

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Trains from Luton to Slough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 1h 26m.

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 €12
Distance
43 km
Average train duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 26m
First train
00:08
Last train
23:39
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 €12

Train companies: Thameslink, Tfl Rail, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Slough trainsThameslink, Tfl Rail, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Slough from €12. 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 28m
Cheapest Price
€29
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 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 29m
Cheapest Price
€37
Thameslink frequency
5 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

Tfl Rail

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
€39
Tfl Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
€41
east_midlands_trains frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Slough

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Luton to Slough can start from as little as €36 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Slough is €37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Luton and Slough is on average 1 h 21 min   for the 42 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Luton to Slough by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Luton to Slough leaves at 04: 38. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Luton to Slough leaves at 23: 32.
There are 51 trains a day from Luton to Slough which require at least one change with Thameslink, Tfl Rail or East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Slough. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Luton to Slough.
For the journey from Luton to Slough you can take a train with Thameslink, Tfl Rail or East Midlands Trains. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Luton to Slough on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 32.

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 Slough, located 0.5 miles (753 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Slough from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Slough by train is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Luton to Slough including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luton to Slough

Luton
Slough
The major train station for departures in Luton is Leagrave. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leagrave for your trip from Luton to Slough.
LeagraveWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
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 B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to 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: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
LutonWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
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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