- Must visit
Shakespeare's Birthplace
Flagship Shakespeare museum in his birthplace, with exhibitions on his life, family, and legacy in a preserved Tudor setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$21
Fastest journey on Sep 19
58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 19
62
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Stratford will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Stratford without transferring at least once.
C04200+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C04206+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C04213+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C04219+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C02635+
C37900
C02577+
P85104
C02649+
P85895
C02577+
C37948
C02570+
C37980
C02589+
C38013Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. 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 train costs an average of $33, while a bus costs an average of $50.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Stratford:
A train is $17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to Stratford costing on average $50.
Other travel options to Stratford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (55m by train vs 1h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $32 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.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Stratford trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45519+ P76230 | 2:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h44 | 5:25 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W45516+ C35267 | 3:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h50 | 5:31 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W45516+ C35267 | 3:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h52 | 5:33 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
W45507+ C35269 | On time 4:09 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h39 | 5:48 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
W27689+ C35272 | 4:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h43 | 6:03 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
W27688+ C37858 | 4:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h23 | 6:13 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
W27688+ C37858 | 4:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 6:11 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02669+ C37866 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h13 | 6:21 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02669+ P02517+ C37891 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 6:43 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C02669+ C37866 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h11 | 6:19 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02669+ P02517 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h26 | 6:34 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27692+ C37891 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 6:41 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27692+ C37891 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h23 | 6:43 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
W27692+ G58737 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h31 | 6:51 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27692+ G58737+ C37916 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h46 | 7:06 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C02635+ C37900 | 5:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h08 | 6:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02635+ G58748 | 5:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 7:03 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02635+ C37900 | 5:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h10 | 6:51 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02635+ G58748+ C37924 | 5:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 7:13 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C02635+ P85621 | 5:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h06 | 6:47 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 1 transfer | |
W27695+ C37924 | 5:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 7:11 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27695+ G07170 | 5:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h33 | 7:23 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27695+ G07170+ C37948 | 5:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h46 | 7:36 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
W27695+ C37924 | 5:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h23 | 7:13 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02634+ C37933 | 6:11 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h08 | 7:19 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02634+ G58757 | 6:11 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 7:33 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02634+ C37933 | 6:11 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h10 | 7:21 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02634+ G58757+ C37957 | 6:11 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 7:43 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
W27687+ G07175 | 6:23 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h30 | 7:53 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27687+ G07175+ C37980 | 6:23 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h43 | 8:06 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C04200+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 6:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 7:48 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02577+ C37948 | On time 6:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 7:34 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02577+ C37948 | On time 6:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 7:36 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02577+ P85104 | On time 6:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h58 | 7:27 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 1 transfer | |
C02617+ C37964 | 6:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h08 | 7:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02617+ C11119 | 6:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 8:03 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02617+ C37964 | 6:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h10 | 7:51 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02617+ C11119+ C37988 | 6:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 8:13 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C02617+ P85629 | 6:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h06 | 7:47 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 1 transfer | |
W27696+ G07182 | 6:51 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 8:23 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
W27696+ G07182+ C38013 | 6:51 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h45 | 8:36 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C02570+ C37980 | 6:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 8:04 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02570+ C37980 | 6:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 8:06 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02649+ C37995 | 7:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 8:19 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02649+ C37995 | 7:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h09 | 8:21 AM Maryland (MYL) | 1 transfer | |
C02649+ G58780+ C38020 | 7:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h31 | 8:43 AM Maryland (MYL) | 2 transfers | |
C02649+ G58780 | 7:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:33 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02649+ P85895 | 7:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h02 | 8:14 AM Stratford International (SFA) | 1 transfer | |
W27698+ G07188 | 7:21 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 8:53 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C04206+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 7:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 8:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02589+ C38013 | 7:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 8:34 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02622+ C38028 | 7:42 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 8:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02573+ C38045 | 7:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 9:04 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02663+ C38067 | 8:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 9:19 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C04213+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 8:28 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 9:48 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02611+ C38082 | 8:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 9:34 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02626+ C38103 | 8:42 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 9:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02567+ C38117 | 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 10:04 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02648+ C38137 | 9:12 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 10:19 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C04219+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 9:28 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 10:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02571+ C38152 | 9:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 10:34 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
C02664+ C38173 | 9:42 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 10:49 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Luton to Stratford run on average 14 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Stratford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stratford trip today.
Flagship Shakespeare museum in his birthplace, with exhibitions on his life, family, and legacy in a preserved Tudor setting.
Restored family home where Shakespeare's wife grew up; combines domestic history, collection displays, and attractive grounds.
Museum house exploring Shakespeare's daughter and son-in-law, with fine rooms, medical history, and landscaped gardens.
Historic timber-framed main street filled with character, shops, and classic town views; ideal for first-time walking and photos.
Pleasant riverside parkland with lawns, paths, and swan-filled views; excellent for relaxing walks near the theatre district.
Broad pedestrian-friendly route with heritage buildings, independent shops, and direct links to key Shakespeare attractions.
A classic British meal of battered fish and chips, widely eaten in Stratford and across England, often served with mushy peas and malt vinegar.
A slow-cooked beef pie with ale gravy under pastry. It reflects the hearty pub cooking common in Warwickshire and the wider Midlands.
Pork sausage wrapped in bacon, usually served with roast dinners. It is a beloved traditional side on Sunday lunches in local pubs.
Fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Foster, known for seasonal British tasting menus in an intimate modern setting.
Historic riverside restaurant serving classic British dishes and afternoon tea in an elegant timber-framed building.
Well-known local restaurant focused on steak, seafood, and grills with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and theatre can raise costs, but dining and local transport are usually manageable versus London.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: small change or no tip is fine.
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Stratford Station -> Oxford Circus, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Stratford trains use the Luton to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Maryland. Use this guide to compare Luton and Stratford 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.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
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.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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