Grimsby to Luton train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby to Luton

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$225

Average price

$225

Fastest journey

3 h 32 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Grimsby to Luton will cost around $225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $225.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Grimsby to Luton without transferring at least 2 times.

TransPennine Express Service
06:34AM3h35
Grimsby
10:09AMLuton
$2251One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine Express Service
07:35AM3h34
Grimsby
11:09AMLuton
$2251One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine Express Service
08:34AM3h35
Grimsby
12:09PMLuton
$2251One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine Express Service
09:34AM3h35
Grimsby
01:09PMLuton
$2251One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine Express Service
10:34AM3h35
Grimsby
02:09PMLuton
$2251One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Grimsby to Luton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €69.

Distance: 117 miles (189 km)

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Train
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Bus

€77

Average price

€42

Average price

Cheapest

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 7m

Average total duration

6h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

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Live departures

Grimsby to Luton train times

The table below shows live departures for Grimsby to Luton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:28 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
first_transpennine_express5:12 AM Grimsby
3h58
9:10 AM Luton2 transfers
first_transpennine_express6:34 AM Grimsby
3h35
10:09 AM Luton2 transfers
first_transpennine_express7:35 AM Grimsby
3h34
11:09 AM Luton2 transfers
first_transpennine_express8:34 AM Grimsby
3h35
12:09 PM Luton2 transfers
first_transpennine_express9:34 AM Grimsby
3h35
1:09 PM Luton2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Grimsby to Luton

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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 $42 (€34)
Distance
117 miles (189 km)
Average train duration
3h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
$85 (€69)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 45m
First train
04:50
Last train
22:19

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Grimsby to Luton start from as low as $85 (€69) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $94 (€77) 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 $42 (€34)

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express from Grimsby to Luton trainsEast Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Grimsby and Luton from $42 (€34). 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
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
$85 (€69)
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest Price
$225 (€184)
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Grimsby to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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.

FAQs
Visitors typically find that spending one to two days in Luton is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House, and the charming local parks.
Train ticket prices from Grimsby to Luton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $85 (€69), while the average price is around $94 (€77).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Grimsby to Luton.
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, enjoy family-friendly activities at Woodside Animal Farm, and shop for fresh produce and crafts at Luton Indoor Market. For outdoor activities, Stockwood Park offers a space for picnics and sports. For entertainment, The Galaxy provides a cinema and bowling alley. Key sights include the Stockwood Discovery Centre with its local history exhibits and gardens, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, Luton Hoo Estate with its gardens and golf course, Whipsnade Zoo, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre, which hosts performances and art exhibitions.
The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Luton is by bus, with a cost of around $42 (€34).
The distance by train from Grimsby to Luton is 117 miles (189 km).
The train from Grimsby to Luton takes 3h 45m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Grimsby to Luton leaves at 4:50 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Luton.
The last train from Grimsby to Luton leaves at 10:19 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Grimsby to Luton.
A day trip from Grimsby to Luton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 45m. There are 5 train services per day for this route.
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Luton is Grimsby Town (GMB), which connects to Luton station (LUT).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Grimsby to Luton.
The train journey from Grimsby to Luton offers views of the English countryside, passing through rolling hills and rural landscapes, though it is not typically highlighted as one of the most scenic routes in the UK.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Grimsby to Luton

Grimsby
Luton
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your trip from Grimsby to Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
  • 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 toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Grimsby Town
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.

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