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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to London Stansted Airport will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 7 trains that leave Luton for London Stansted Airport on Sun, Aug 23, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.
2:59 PM2h10Luton5:09 PMLondon Stansted Airport€201One-way0 transfers- 2:15 PM2h40Luton4:55 PMLondon Stansted Airport€301One-way0 transfers
9:13 AM2h11Luton11:24 AMLondon Stansted Airport€301One-way0 transfers- 8:02 AM2h58Luton11:00 AMLondon Stansted Airport€301One-way0 transfers
- 7:57 AM2h10Luton10:07 AMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers
- 7:57 AM2h10Luton10:07 AMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers
- 2:59 PM2h10Luton5:09 PMLondon Stansted Airport€201One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM2h10Luton10:37 AMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM2h10Luton9:37 AMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers
- 9:13 AM2h11Luton11:24 AMLondon Stansted Airport€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to London Stansted Airport costing on average €34.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-22.21. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 4m 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 London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM Luton | 1h41 | 10:37 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:26 AM Luton | 1h41 | 11:07 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
| 7:27 AM Luton | 2h10 | 9:37 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:57 AM Luton | 2h10 | 10:07 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:02 AM Luton | 2h58 | 11:00 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 3:09 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Thameslink from Luton to London Stansted Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton and London Stansted Airport from €20. 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 London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to London Stansted Airport
Most Luton to London Stansted Airport trains use the Luton to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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