The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Windermere
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Windermere will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
Of the 1 trains that leave Luton for Windermere on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
12:59 PM5h44Luton6:43 PMWindermere$1651One-way0 transfers
12:59 PM5h44Luton6:43 PMWindermere$1651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $103, and a train costs an average of $130.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 53m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Windermere:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Windermere costing on average $160 (€131).
Other travel options to Windermere take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 23m.
Tickets start at around $160 (€131) compared to roughly $86 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-73.49 (€-60.15). The journey takes 5h 15m versus 4h 2m 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 Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Windermere trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 AM Luton | 6h20 | 2:48 PM Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Luton | 6h35 | 7:20 PM Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Windermere.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Windermere
Trains from Luton to Windermere run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $130 (€106) but you can travel from only $103 (€84) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $130 (€106) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 6:25 AM |
Last train 6:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Windermere trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Windermere from $103 (€84). 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 Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Windermere
Most Luton to Windermere trains use the Luton to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Windermere 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.
Which Windermere station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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