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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport
Showing times and prices for Dec 07
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
46 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport 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 London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
Y36016+
Luton Dart09:07AM1h36
London Waterloo (WAT)10:43AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
Y07209+Luton Dart08:49AM1h14
London Waterloo (WAT)10:03AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y07110+Luton Dart08:19AM1h15
London Waterloo (WAT)09:34AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y36015+Luton Dart08:22AM1h37
London Waterloo (WAT)09:59AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y11536+Luton Dart12:24AM1h38
London Waterloo (WAT)02:02AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y07209+Luton Dart08:49AM1h14
London Waterloo (WAT)10:03AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+G03474+Luton Dart09:34AM1h14
London Waterloo (WAT)10:48AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+G03476+Luton Dart09:49AM1h14
London Waterloo (WAT)11:03AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y07110+Luton Dart08:19AM1h15
London Waterloo (WAT)09:34AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y36016+Luton Dart09:07AM1h36
London Waterloo (WAT)10:43AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)
€331One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€33 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:35 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y36981+Luton Dart | 6:46 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 8:03 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y36684+Luton Dart | 8:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 9:17 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y07600+Luton Dart | 8:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h09 | 9:18 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y36992+Luton Dart | 8:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h15 | 9:33 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y36689+Luton Dart | 8:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 9:47 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+Y07603+Luton Dart | 8:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h09 | 9:48 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y36996+Luton Dart | 8:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h15 | 10:03 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Blackfriars+Y11536+Luton Dart | 12:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h38 | 2:02 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 11:39. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 9m.
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 $18 (€14)
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 07:09 |
Last train 11:39 |
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 $18 (€14)
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains, Tube from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains, Tube trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Luton Airport from $18 (€14). 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 9m
Cheapest Price
$41 (€33)
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
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 14m
Cheapest Price
$28 (€22)
Thameslink frequency
7 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
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
Tube frequency
3 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 Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $28 (€22), while the average price is around $41 (€33).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $18 (€14).
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport leaves at 7:09 AM.
The train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport takes 1h 9m and runs 9 per day.
Yes, a day trip from London Waterloo to London Luton Airport is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 9m and a distance of 28 miles (46 km). There are 9 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport leaves at 11:39 AM.
The train journey from London Waterloo to London Luton Airport is primarily an urban and suburban route, offering limited scenic views, as it mostly passes through residential and industrial areas.
The distance by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport is 28 miles (46 km).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Luton Airport
London
London
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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