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Compare train and bus for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€42 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:22 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:36 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 2h20 | 6:56 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:06 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 2h21 | 7:27 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 5:13 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 1h29 | 6:42 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2 transfers | |
| 5:36 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 2h21 | 7:57 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:40 AM Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 1h42 | 7:22 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1 transfer |
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Compare prices and tickets Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 $34 (€28)
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 07:36 |
Last train 08:36 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) start from as low as $41 (€33) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $52 (€42) depending on the train type and class.
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 $34 (€28)
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
$41 (€33)
Thameslink frequency
9 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
Family area
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
$59 (€48)
Southeastern frequency
21 a day
FAQs: Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) is 52 miles (85 km).
There is no high speed train available from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
The first train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) leaves at 7:36 AM.
The last train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) leaves at 8:36 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
Yes, there is a direct train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN). This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
A day trip from Gillingham (Kent) to Luton Airport Parkway is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 21m and the distance is 52 miles (85 km). However, trains run frequently with a schedule of 10 times per day.
The train journey from Gillingham (Kent) to Luton Airport Parkway is not particularly known for its scenic views, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas.
Train ticket prices from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $41 (€33), while the average price is around $52 (€42).
The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) is by bus, with a cost of around $34 (€28).
The train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) takes 2h 21m and runs 10 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Gillingham
Luton
The major train station for departures in Gillingham is Gillingham (Kent). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gillingham (Kent) for your trip from Gillingham to Luton.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 1/2 & 3 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platforms 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1/2 and platform 3 only available up to 8pm. (20:00 hrs)
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Gillingham (Kent)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Side entrance to platform 3, on Railway Street.
The major train station for arrivals in Luton is Luton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton Airport Parkway for your journey to Luton from Gillingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Most popular train connections from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
Most popular trains to and from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
Most popular train connections to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
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