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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Borehamwood
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Borehamwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Borehamwood will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 27 trains that leave Luton for Borehamwood on Fri, Aug 14, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 23 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.
W45545 · C2260810:13 AM0h33Luton station (LUT)10:46 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way1 transfer- C226134:20 AM0h24Luton station (LUT)4:44 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way0 transfers
- W4561512:41 AM0h23Luton station (LUT)1:04 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way0 transfers
- W456301:41 AM0h23Luton station (LUT)2:04 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way0 transfers
- W32947 · C099999:59 AM0h32Luton station (LUT)10:31 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way1 transfer
- C100548:47 AM0h22Luton station (LUT)9:09 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€151One-way0 transfers
- C100439:47 AM0h22Luton station (LUT)10:09 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way0 transfers
- C226015:56 AM0h22Luton station (LUT)6:18 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€151One-way0 transfers
- C100968:31 AM0h23Luton station (LUT)8:54 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€151One-way0 transfers
- W4561512:41 AM0h23Luton station (LUT)1:04 AMElstree & Borehamwood (ELS)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Luton to Borehamwood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Borehamwood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Borehamwood take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 16m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (22m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Luton to Borehamwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Borehamwood trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45615 | On time 12:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 1:04 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45630 | On time 1:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 2:04 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45641 | On time 2:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 3:04 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45617 | On time 3:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 4:04 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22613 | 4:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h24 | 4:44 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22620 | 4:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h24 | 5:14 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22625 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h26 | 5:46 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C09964 | 5:30 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h25 | 5:55 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22601 | 5:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h22 | 6:18 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45385 · C10094 | 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h29 | 6:31 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| W45532 · C22603 | 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h33 | 6:46 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| C22594 | 6:31 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 6:54 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45418 · C22605 | 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h33 | 7:16 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| C10075 | 7:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 7:24 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45522 · C22631 | 7:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h33 | 7:46 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| C09965 | 7:31 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 7:54 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C10082 | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 8:24 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45524 · C22612 | 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h33 | 8:46 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| C10096 | 8:31 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h23 | 8:54 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C10054 | 8:47 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h22 | 9:09 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32951 · C10093 | 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h32 | 9:31 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| W45523 · C22644 | 9:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h33 | 9:46 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| W32966 · C09959 | 9:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h32 | 10:01 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| C10043 | 9:47 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h22 | 10:09 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32947 · C09999 | 9:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h32 | 10:31 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| W45545 · C22608 | 10:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h33 | 10:46 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
| W45384 · C09987 | 10:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h32 | 11:01 AM Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Borehamwood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Borehamwood run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Thameslink from Luton to Borehamwood trainsThameslink trains will get you between Luton and Borehamwood from €5. 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 Luton to Borehamwood
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Borehamwood
Most Luton to Borehamwood trains use the Luton to Elstree & Borehamwood station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Borehamwood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Borehamwood leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to 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.
Which Borehamwood station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Elstree & Borehamwood from Borehamwood city centre
Elstree & Borehamwood train station facilities and services
Elstree & Borehamwood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Elstree & Borehamwood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Elstree & Borehamwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elstree & Borehamwood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elstree & Borehamwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elstree & Borehamwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elstree & Borehamwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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.
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