Luton to Greenwich train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Greenwich

Showing times and prices for Mar 23

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$23

Fastest journey

1 h 39 m

Average duration

1 h 44 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Greenwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Greenwich will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Luton for Greenwich on Mon, Mar 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .

On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.

East Midlands Trains
05:29AM1h53
Luton
07:22AMGreenwich
$161One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
08:55AM1h39
Luton
10:34AMGreenwich
$191One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
06:56AM1h45
Luton
08:41AMGreenwich
$281One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
06:24AM1h40
Luton
08:04AMGreenwich
$281One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Greenwich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Greenwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 32 miles (52 km)

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$21

Average price

$6

Average price

Cheapest

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 10m

Average total duration

1h 40m

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30m

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Live departures

Luton to Greenwich train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Greenwich trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:05 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway5:29 AM Luton
1h53
7:22 AM Greenwich0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway6:24 AM Luton
1h40
8:04 AM Greenwich0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway6:56 AM Luton
1h45
8:41 AM Greenwich0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway8:55 AM Luton
1h39
10:34 AM Greenwich0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Greenwich?

The best time to book your train from Luton to Greenwich is 1 day before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Greenwich route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Greenwich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Luton to Greenwich.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Greenwich

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Trains from Luton to Greenwich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 1h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance
32 miles (52 km)
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
00:12
Last train
23:57
Cheapest month
Jul
Cheapest day
Fri
High season
Jan - Mar
Low season
Oct - Dec
Busiest day
Tue
Least busy day
Thu
Best day to book ahead
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)

Train companies: Thameslink from Luton to Greenwich trainsThameslink trains will get you between Luton and Greenwich from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€10)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Greenwich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Greenwich 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 Greenwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Luton to Greenwich can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $21 (€17).
The train from Luton to Greenwich takes 1h 12m and runs 8 per day.
The first train from Luton to Greenwich leaves at 12:12 AM.
The distance by train from Luton to Greenwich is 32 miles (52 km).
The last train from Luton to Greenwich leaves at 11:57 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Luton to Greenwich.
There is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Greenwich.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Luton to Greenwich.
The train station in Luton that goes to Greenwich is Luton station (LUT), which connects to Greenwich station (GNW).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Greenwich is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The train journey from Luton to Greenwich offers a mix of urban and suburban scenery, with views of the countryside initially, transitioning to the diverse landscapes of North and South London, although it is not typically considered a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Luton to Greenwich is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 12m and a distance of 32 miles (52 km). Trains run frequently with 5 trips per day.
Typically, spending 1 to 2 days in Greenwich allows visitors to explore its key attractions such as the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum, and Greenwich Park comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Greenwich.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luton to Greenwich

Luton
Greenwich
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Greenwich.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front and rear entrances
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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