The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Luton
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €90
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €110
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 2 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 2 h 40 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 9
- Distance
- 182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Luton will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Luton without transferring at least once.
C21663 · C418849:00 AM 3h10 Sheffield station (SHF) 12:10 PM Luton station (LUT) €90 1 One-way 1 transfer
C21663+
W329399:00 AM 3h10 Sheffield station (SHF) 12:10 PM Luton station (LUT) €90 1 One-way 1 transfer
W70775 · C418818:35 AM 3h05 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
C21667 · C418797:59 AM 3h11 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:10 AM Luton station (LUT) €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
W70775+
W329438:35 AM 3h05 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
W70775 · W70685 · C042298:35 AM 2h20 Sheffield station (SHF) 10:55 AM Luton station (LUT) €143 1 One-way 2 transfers
C21663 · W70688 · C042329:00 AM 2h25 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:25 AM Luton station (LUT) €124 1 One-way 2 transfers
C21667 · W70683 · C042247:59 AM 2h26 Sheffield station (SHF) 10:25 AM Luton station (LUT) €124 1 One-way 2 transfers
W70775 · C418818:35 AM 3h05 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
W70775+
W329438:35 AM 3h05 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Luton
Trains from Sheffield to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 2:40 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Sheffield to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Luton trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21667 · W70683 · C04224 | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h26 | 10:25 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
C21667 · C41879 | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h11 | 11:10 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1 transfer | |
C21667+ W32945 | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h11 | 11:10 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1 transfer | |
W70775 · W70685 · C04229 | 8:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h20 | 10:55 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
W70775 · C41881 | 8:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h05 | 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1 transfer | |
W70775+ W32943 | 8:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h05 | 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1 transfer | |
C21663 · W70688 · C04232 | 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h25 | 11:25 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
C21663 · C41884 | 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h10 | 12:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 1 transfer | |
C21663+ W32939 | 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h10 | 12:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield and Luton
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FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Luton
Most Sheffield to Luton trains use the Sheffield to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Luton leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Luton station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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.
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