London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG)

Showing times and prices for Aug 26

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

1 h 1 m

Average duration

1 h 6 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave London Luton Airport (LUA) for London Bridge (LBG) on Wed, Aug 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Thameslink
    7:09 AM1h08
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    8:17 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Thameslink
    8:39 AM1h08
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    9:47 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Thameslink
    7:19 AM1h01
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    8:20 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €14.

Distance: 28 miles (46 km)

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Driving

€20

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

1h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG):

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to London Bridge (LBG) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport (LUA) and London Bridge (LBG) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 27m faster (55m by train vs 1h 22m by car) and roughly €26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€20 vs €46). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkW32981+MetroLuton Dart
Delayed
3:41 AM 4:23 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
1h11
5:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)		1 transfer
ThameslinkW45560+MetroLuton Dart
Delayed
4:11 AM 4:53 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
1h11
6:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)		1 transfer
ThameslinkW45537+MetroLuton Dart
Delayed
4:46 AM 5:28 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
1h06
6:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)		1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW45532
On time
6:05 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
7:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)		1 transfer
ThameslinkC10100+MetroLuton Dart6:16 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h01
7:17 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW454186:35 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
7:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkC10102+MetroLuton Dart6:48 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
7:47 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45522+MetroLuton Dart7:05 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
8:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45426+MetroLuton Dart7:19 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h01
8:20 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45542+MetroLuton Dart7:35 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
8:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkC100337:39 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h08
8:47 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW329497:49 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h01
8:50 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW455248:05 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
9:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW329588:19 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h01
9:20 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45520+MetroLuton Dart8:35 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
9:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkC10054+MetroLuton Dart8:39 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h08
9:47 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW32951+MetroLuton Dart8:51 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
9:50 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW455239:05 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
10:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45562+MetroLuton Dart5:05 PM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
6:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkW453785:21 PM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
6:20 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45598+MetroLuton Dart5:35 PM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
6:34 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkC10058+MetroLuton Dart5:39 PM London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h08
6:47 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45555+MetroLuton Dart5:51 PM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
6:50 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
ThameslinkW45579+MetroLuton Dart6:05 PM London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
7:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer

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Thameslink as well as Tube or East Midlands Railway offer trains services from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG).
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tube or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG)

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Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 47m.

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 €4
Distance
28 miles (46 km)
Average train duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Trains per day
17
Fastest train
47m
First train
7:19 AM
Last train
10:01 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 €4

Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Tube from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway, Tube trains will get you between London Luton Airport (LUA) and London Bridge (LBG) from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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
47m
Cheapest Price
€16
East Midlands Railway 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
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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
52m
Cheapest Price
€14
Thameslink frequency
16 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
Learn more about Thameslink

Tube

About
The "Tube" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed "the Tube" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
€15
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

FAQs: Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 London Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €14, while the average price is around €20.
The train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) takes 47m and runs 17 per day.
The distance by train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) is 28 miles (46 km).
The first train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) leaves at 7:19 AM.
The last train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) leaves at 10:01 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG).
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) is by bus, with a cost of around €4.
The train journey from London Luton Airport to London Bridge offers views of the English countryside and urban landscapes, but it is not traditionally considered a scenic route compared to others in the UK.
Yes, a day trip from London Luton Airport to London Bridge is feasible. The journey takes 47m with a distance of 28 miles (46 km). Trains operate with a frequency of 10 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG).
Since neither London Luton Airport (LUA) nor London Bridge (LBG) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Bridge (LBG) include Brighton, Tonbridge, Haywards Heath, Stevenage, Horsham.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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