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London Museum of Water & Steam
Major museum of London buses, trams, and early transport with working vehicles and family-friendly heritage displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Brentford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Brentford:
A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Brentford costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Brentford take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-17.16. The journey takes 2h 4m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Luton to Brentford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major museum of London buses, trams, and early transport with working vehicles and family-friendly heritage displays.
Historic house museum with lavish interiors, collections, and one of England's finest Jacobean painted ceilings.
Volunteer-run museum preserving Brentford's local history, archives, and stories of industry, waterways, and community life.
Large historic estate park with lakes, meadow views, and riverside walks leading to Syon House and the Thames.
Popular riverside path along the Thames with views of Kew Bridge, boats, and wildlife near central Brentford.
Waterside arts and leisure district known for canal views, modern architecture, and pleasant walks near Brentford High Street.
A flaky pastry pie filled with beef and rich gravy, long associated with London pubs and matchday meals in West London.
Classic London fish supper of battered white fish and chips, best with mushy peas and vinegar; a staple across West London.
Roast beef with potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy; the iconic Sunday meal served in traditional Brentford-area pubs.
Refined riverside dining by chef Gordon Ramsay, known for polished modern British cooking and an elegant Chiswick setting near Brentford.
Historic Fuller’s brewery pub on the Thames with cask ales, classic British dishes and one of the area’s most traditional dining rooms.
Well-known waterside pub beside Kew Bridge, serving British pub food and drinks with broad river views and a relaxed atmosphere.
Brentford is moderate for West London. Hotels can be pricey, but casual dining and transit are manageable compared with more central London areas.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis often round up. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Brentford Rail Station -> Richmond Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Brentford 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 Brentford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Brentford trains use the London Luton Airport to Brentford station pair, with some services arriving at Kew Bridge. Use this guide to compare Luton and Brentford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Brentford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brentford.
Wi-Fi is available at Brentford.
Ticket office support is available at Brentford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brentford: Parking, WC.
Available at Brentford: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Kew Bridge is 1 km from Brentford city centre. Public transport options include:
Kew Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Kew Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Kew Bridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kew Bridge: Parking.
Available at Kew Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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