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Woolsthorpe Manor
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Grantham will cost around zł 494 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł 274.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Grantham without transferring at least once.

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Trains from Luton to Grantham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł 125 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 26m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Luton to Grantham.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Grantham trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:29 PM Luton | 1h45 | 8:14 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:39 PM Luton | 2h29 | 9:08 PM Grantham | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Luton | 1h42 | 8:37 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:59 PM Luton | 1h52 | 8:51 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:09 PM Luton | 2h29 | 9:38 PM Grantham | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Luton | 1h50 | 9:15 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:29 PM Luton | 1h51 | 9:20 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:56 PM Luton | 1h41 | 9:37 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Luton | 1h47 | 10:12 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:55 PM Luton | 1h43 | 10:38 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Luton | 2h02 | 11:57 PM Grantham | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:39 PM Luton | 7h11 | 5:50 AM Grantham | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:09 PM Luton | 9h00 | 8:09 AM Grantham | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Luton to Grantham with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, and Hull Trains. High-speed trains available on this route with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, and Hull Trains. Regional trains available on this route with East Midlands Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Historic house and formal gardens just outside Grantham, featuring exhibitions, collections, and a major country-house experience.
Country house with a respected art collection and curated interiors, popular for visitors exploring the wider Grantham area.
Main civic and commercial heart of Grantham, good for historic architecture, shopping, and getting a feel for the town centre.
Attractive riverside green space with paths, play areas, and views, ideal for a break close to the town centre.
Open parkland beside Belton House, excellent for walking, seasonal colour, and classic English landscape scenery.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarse pork sausages seasoned with sage. They are a county classic often served with mash and gravy in local pubs.
Haslet is a traditional Lincolnshire pork loaf seasoned with sage and baked. It is a long-standing regional favourite sold by butchers and delis.
Plum bread is a lightly sweet fruited loaf from Lincolnshire, usually sliced and served with butter. It is a beloved regional tea-time treat.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and warm service in a modern casual dining room.
Well-known steakhouse and grill offering burgers, ribs, and mixed grills in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established pub and restaurant serving cask ale, roasts, and British comfort food in a traditional coaching inn setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local buses are reasonable, and chains or pubs offer better value than major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Grantham trains use the Luton to Grantham station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Grantham 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.
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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