Portsmouth to Luton train

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Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Luton

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest

$27

Average

$54

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

04:56AM3h54

Portsmouth

08:50AMLuton

$271One-way

0 transfers

04:37AM3h33

Portsmouth

08:10AMLuton

$361One-way

0 transfers

07:51AM2h52

Portsmouth

10:43AMLuton

$431One-way

0 transfers

04:50PM3h06

Portsmouth

07:56PMLuton

$691One-way

0 transfers

09:50AM3h55

Portsmouth

01:45PMLuton

$961One-way

0 transfers

Portsmouth to Luton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 7

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
South Western Railway	04:56AM Portsmouth	3h54	08:50AM Luton	0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway	04:50PM Portsmouth	3h06	07:56PM Luton	0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway	09:50AM Portsmouth	3h55	01:45PM Luton	0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway	07:51AM Portsmouth	2h52	10:43AM Luton	0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway	07:00AM Portsmouth	3h26	10:26AM Luton	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Portsmouth to Luton

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Fastest Journey

2 h 52 m

Average

3 h 27 m

Trains per day

Distance

129 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Portsmouth for Luton every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:51AM2h52

Portsmouth

10:43AMLuton

$431One-way

0 transfers

04:50PM3h06

Portsmouth

07:56PMLuton

$691One-way

0 transfers

07:00AM3h26

Portsmouth

10:26AMLuton

$971One-way

0 transfers

04:37AM3h33

Portsmouth

08:10AMLuton

$361One-way

0 transfers

04:56AM3h54

Portsmouth

08:50AMLuton

$271One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Luton

Trains from Portsmouth to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€19) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

79 miles (128 km)

Average train duration

3h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

$21 (€19)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 54m

First train

00:49

Last train

23:22

Price information

Train providers: South Western Railway, Southern and Thameslink from Portsmouth to Luton trains

For as little as $21 (€18) you can travel by train to Luton from Portsmouth with South Western Railway, Southern and Thameslink. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Train information from Portsmouth to Luton with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 2 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $21

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Southern from Portsmouth to Luton train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $33
Southern frequency: 25 a day

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from Portsmouth to Luton with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 3 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $33

FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth to Luton

FAQs: Travel by train from Portsmouth to Luton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portsmouth to Luton.

Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Luton can start from as little as $21 (€19) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portsmouth to Luton is $53 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Portsmouth to Luton train travel time is 2 h 54 min for the 79 mile (128 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Portsmouth to Luton leaves at 12: 49 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Portsmouth to Luton leaves at 11: 22 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Portsmouth to Luton which require at least one change with South Western Railway, Southern or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Portsmouth to Luton train with South Western Railway, Southern or Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Portsmouth and Luton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 22 PM.

A trip to Luton from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Portsmouth to Luton by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Luton from Portsmouth including taking a train or bus.