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Eton College Museum of Antiquities
Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 15
12
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Slough will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Slough without transferring at least once.
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C37107Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€31 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Slough:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Slough costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Slough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-21.23. The journey takes 1h 15m versus 51m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Slough trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W45597+ C48259 | On time 1:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h22 | 4:03 AM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
W45586+ W34857 | On time 2:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h40 | 5:21 AM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
W45575+ C37176 | 4:09 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h08 | 6:17 AM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
W32981+ C36910 · C37181 | 4:38 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h54 | 6:32 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
C22620+ C37310+ G15392 | 4:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h48 | 6:38 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W45560+ C37187 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h39 | 6:47 AM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Luton to Slough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Museum in nearby Windsor Castle displaying armour, uniforms, and military history linked to the Household Cavalry.
Noted modern and contemporary art gallery at nearby Eton College, presenting ambitious exhibitions in a refined setting.
Expansive country park on Slough's edge with lakes, paths, and wildlife habitats popular for walking and birdwatching.
Historic common and parkland near Slough with ponds, open space, and easy walking routes through Windsor's landscape.
Central cultural hub with library, performance venue, and public space, popular for events and a modern view of Slough.
A classic British breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple in cafés across Slough and a familiar local weekend meal.
A Punjabi-influenced chickpea curry served with fluffy fried bread. Popular in Slough's large South Asian community and widely eaten for breakfast or lunch.
Boneless chicken in a creamy tomato sauce, usually served with rice or naan. A much-loved British curry house favourite commonly eaten in Slough.
Upscale Indian restaurant known for refined curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known pub restaurant by Stoke Poges serving British classics, grills and ales in a traditional country setting.
Long-established South Indian vegetarian venue popular for dosas, thalis and sweets in a busy, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the South East. Hotels can be pricey near Heathrow, but dining and local transit are usually cheaper than central London.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Slough Railway Station -> Slough Bus Station, Slough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Slough trains use the Luton to Slough station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Slough 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.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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 has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Slough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Moon and Spoon, The Red Lion
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Slough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Slough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Slough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor, Moxy Slough, Travelodge Slough.
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