4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 to London Luton Airport will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from London to London Luton Airport without transferring at least once.
C52294+
Luton Dart8:47 AM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)9:22 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$281One-way1 transfer- C51871+Luton Dart8:16 AM0h33London St Pancras International (STP)8:49 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$281One-way1 transfer
W59421+Luton Dart8:36 AM0h42London St Pancras International (STP)9:18 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$291One-way1 transfer- W57816+Luton Dart8:51 AM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)9:26 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$291One-way1 transfer
- W57815+Luton Dart8:21 AM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)8:56 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$291One-way1 transfer
- C51871+Luton Dart8:16 AM0h33London St Pancras International (STP)8:49 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$281One-way1 transfer
- C52294+Luton Dart8:47 AM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)9:22 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$281One-way1 transfer
- W57816+Luton Dart8:51 AM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)9:26 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$291One-way1 transfer
- W57815+Luton Dart8:21 AM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)8:56 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$291One-way1 transfer
- W59350+Luton Dart8:26 AM0h41London St Pancras International (STP)9:07 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to London Luton Airport:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to London Luton Airport costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
The journey is about 17m faster (58m by train vs 1h 15m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $32 (€25)). 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 to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C51871+Luton Dart | 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h33 | 8:49 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 transfer | |
| W57815+Luton Dart | 8:21 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h35 | 8:56 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 transfer | |
| W59350+Luton Dart | 8:26 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h41 | 9:07 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 transfer | |
| W59421+Luton Dart | 8:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h42 | 9:18 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 transfer | |
| C52294+Luton Dart | 8:47 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h35 | 9:22 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 transfer | |
| W57816+Luton Dart | 8:51 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h35 | 9:26 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book London to London Luton Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or National Express to find the best option for your trip from London to London Luton Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or National Express to find the best option for your trip from London to London Luton Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to London Luton Airport.
London to London Luton Airport by trainGetting to London Luton Airport by Train
By Matt McCann
After a quick business trip in London, I used Omio to book a train between London St Pancras and London Luton Airport. This ticket included the monorail that connects Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Luton Airport (LUA.)
Route overview
Operated by East Midlands Railway, the route only takes 23 minutes to get you from the London station to the Airport Parkway. Thereafter the passengers have to switch to a light rail for the final stretch. This journey lasted around 4 minutes. There were no ticket inspections en route but I did have to scan my digital ticket to open the entry gates at London St Pancras before boarding the train.
Transportation experience
All carriages of the train were packed on the day I travelled meaning that I had to stand for the duration of the trip. There are no seats assigned with your ticket purchase and the carriage feels like a standard overground train.
Onboard experience & services
There are no toilets on board and since there are a few stops along the route there is a constant flux of passengers. That being said, the train carriage was very clean and the noise was minimal. Be aware that most people will exit the train at LTN and rush towards the Airport rail link. You’ll need to keep your digital ticket handy so you can swipe out of the station before entering the airport
Ticketing advice & budget breakdown
The ticket cost £22.70, a price I’ve come to expect on British trains but it did mean that the route worked out at almost £1 per minute of travel. Whenever I fly in and out of London I forget to factor in the price of the train or bus to the city centre and this can definitely stack up.
Top tips & recommendations
- Check which platform your train leaves from in enough time. I learned the hard way.
Conclusion
I’ve learned to consider the cost of airport transfers into my travel decision making thanks to this experience. Sometimes if a flight is only £30 cheaper than a train I will still choose a long distance train journey as you end up in your destination rather than factoring in the airport logistics. That being said, the Luton Airport train operated by EMR was quick and the service was frequent, which is definitely a benefit.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to London Luton Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, National Express from London to London Luton Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, National Express trains will get you between London and London Luton Airport from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
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