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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Guildford
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Guildford will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Guildford without transferring at least 2 times.
L83867+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
C042016:24 AM2h00Luton station (LUT)8:24 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way2 transfers
W45385+L79535+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo6:02 AM2h00Luton station (LUT)8:02 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way2 transfers- L81622+Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall+C042016:24 AM2h10Luton station (LUT)8:34 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way2 transfers
- L83658 · L83867+C04201+Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall6:24 AM2h00Luton station (LUT)8:24 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way3 transfers
- W45418+L79914+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo+
C384336:43 AM2h07Luton station (LUT)8:50 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way4 transfers
- L83867+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+C042016:24 AM2h00Luton station (LUT)8:24 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way2 transfers
- W45385+L79535+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo6:02 AM2h00Luton station (LUT)8:02 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way2 transfers
- L83658 · L83867+C04201+Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall6:24 AM2h00Luton station (LUT)8:24 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way3 transfers
- W45418+L79914+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo+C384336:43 AM2h07Luton station (LUT)8:50 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way4 transfers
- L81622+Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall+C042016:24 AM2h10Luton station (LUT)8:34 AMGuildford station (GLD)$511One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Guildford:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Guildford costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Guildford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 48m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.71 (€-18.68). The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 8m 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.
Live departures
Luton to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45385+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L79535 | 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h00 | 8:02 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall+L81622+C04201 | 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h10 | 8:34 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall+L83658 · L83867+C04201 | 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h00 | 8:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 3 transfers | |
| Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L83867+C04201 | 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h00 | 8:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2 transfers | |
| W45418+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo+L79914 · L81599 | 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h07 | 8:50 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 4 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Guildford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, South Western Railway from Luton to Guildford trainsThameslink, South Western Railway trains will get you between Luton and Guildford from $23 (€19). 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 Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Guildford
Most Luton to Guildford trains use the Luton to Guildford station pair, with some services arriving at London Road (Guildford). Use this guide to compare Luton and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Guildford 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 Guildford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), 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: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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