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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Lincoln
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Lincoln will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 4 trains that leave Luton for Lincoln on Fri, Jun 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
10:40 AM2h47Luton1:27 PMLincoln$591One-way0 transfers- 1:40 PM2h47Luton4:27 PMLincoln$611One-way0 transfers
- 12:40 PM2h47Luton3:27 PMLincoln$841One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM2h47Luton12:27 PMLincoln$941One-way0 transfers
- 10:40 AM2h47Luton1:27 PMLincoln$591One-way0 transfers
- 1:40 PM2h47Luton4:27 PMLincoln$611One-way0 transfers
- 12:40 PM2h47Luton3:27 PMLincoln$841One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM2h47Luton12:27 PMLincoln$941One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. 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 $34, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Lincoln:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Lincoln costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Lincoln take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 2h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $65 (€53) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Luton to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Lincoln trains for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:40 AM Luton | 2h47 | 12:27 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Lincoln
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Trains from Luton to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Luton to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Luton and Lincoln from $26 (€21). 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 Lincoln
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Lincoln
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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