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Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum
National museum of British aviation. See iconic aircraft, aviation history, and Farnborough's major role in flight testing.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Farnborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Farnborough will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Farnborough without transferring at least 2 times.
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Trains from Luton to Farnborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Luton to Farnborough.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Farnborough trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L83000+ W45604+ Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo | Delayed 8:12 AM 6:52 AMLuton station (LUT) | 2h10 | 9:02 AM Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 2 transfers | |
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W45519+ Q19932 · SW547700 | On time 2:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h08 | 5:49 AM Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 2 transfers | |
W45507+ Y15411 · C42337 | 4:09 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h41 | 6:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
W27689+ Tube from Elephant & Castle to London Waterloo+ Q20103 · SW548400 | 4:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h06 | 7:26 AM Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 3 transfers | |
C02669+ C37185+ C42339 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h42 | 7:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
W27692+ C38322+ Y15413 · C42339 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h30 | 7:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 3 transfers | |
C02635+ C37196+ C42341 | 5:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h02 | 8:45 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
C02634+ C37207+ C42341 | 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h32 | 8:45 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
C04200+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall+ L81624 · L79544 | 6:26 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h34 | 9:00 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 4 transfers | |
C02577+ Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo+ Q20101 · SW538700 | 6:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h53 | 9:22 AM Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 3 transfers | |
C02649+ C37232+ C42343 | 7:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h37 | 9:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
C02589+ C38454+ C42173 · C42343 | 7:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h21 | 9:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 3 transfers | |
C02663+ C37253+ C42345 | 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h37 | 10:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
C02611+ C38535+ W34615 · C42345 | 8:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h21 | 10:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 3 transfers | |
C02648+ C37157+ C42347 | 9:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h37 | 11:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 2 transfers | |
C02571+ C38221+ C42203 · C42347 | 9:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h21 | 11:50 AM Farnborough North (FNN) | 3 transfers | |
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National museum of British aviation. See iconic aircraft, aviation history, and Farnborough's major role in flight testing.
Museum in a historic military canteen covering army life, campaigns, and Aldershot's role as the home of the British Army.
Compact local museum presenting Rushmoor's social history, archaeology, and changing life in Farnborough and Aldershot.
Scenic canal-side walking route offering locks, narrowboats, and peaceful waterside stretches through the town.
Major green space with woodland trails, play areas, and open lawns, popular for easy walks and family visits.
Nature-rich country park with ponds, woodland, and archaeology, ideal for birdwatching and relaxed circular walks.
A hearty English breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast. A classic local morning meal widely eaten across Hampshire and Farnborough.
Battered white fish with chips, often served with peas and tartare sauce. A staple British takeaway and pub dish popular for casual meals in town.
Slow-roasted beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. The traditional Sunday lunch many locals enjoy in pubs and homes.
Stylish brasserie at Aviator serving modern British dishes and cocktails in an upscale setting popular for special occasions.
Well-known gastropub with seasonal British cooking, cask ales and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Reliable chain steakhouse known for grilled meats, burgers and straightforward casual dining near the town centre.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey on event days, but dining and local transport are similar to other UK commuter towns.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, round up or tip 10%. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Farnborough 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 Farnborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Farnborough trains use the Luton to Farnborough (Main) station pair, with some services arriving at Farnborough North. Use this guide to compare Luton and Farnborough 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.
Farnborough (Main) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough (Main).
Wi-Fi is available at Farnborough (Main). ATMs are available at Farnborough (Main).
Ticket office support is available at Farnborough (Main).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Farnborough (Main): Parking, WC.
Available at Farnborough (Main): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough (Main): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Farnborough North is 1 km from Farnborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Farnborough North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Farnborough North: Parking.
Available at Farnborough North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough North: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - There is step free access to both platforms but short ramps and level crossing with gates to negotiate for south bound services. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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