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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Luton
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
261 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Luton will cost around $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Preston to Luton without transferring at least 2 times.
W10455 · W09180+
L33567 · L3559209:18AM3h54
Preston station (PRE)01:12PMLuton station (LUT)
$1131One-way
4 transfers
W10455 · W09180+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
Y0762409:18AM3h52
Preston station (PRE)01:10PMLuton station (LUT)
$1401One-way
3 transfers
W10453 · W09158+L33555 · L3558508:17AM3h55
Preston station (PRE)12:12PMLuton station (LUT)
$2791One-way
4 transfers
W09774+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
Y3701508:00AM3h26
Preston station (PRE)11:26AMLuton station (LUT)
$3241One-way
2 transfers
W10453 · W09158+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y0761608:17AM3h53
Preston station (PRE)12:10PMLuton station (LUT)
$3241One-way
3 transfers
W09774+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y3701508:00AM3h26
Preston station (PRE)11:26AMLuton station (LUT)
$3241One-way
2 transfers
W09776+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y3702709:00AM3h26
Preston station (PRE)12:26PMLuton station (LUT)
$3241One-way
2 transfers
W10455 · W09180+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y0762409:18AM3h52
Preston station (PRE)01:10PMLuton station (LUT)
$1401One-way
3 transfers
W10453 · W09158+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y0761608:17AM3h53
Preston station (PRE)12:10PMLuton station (LUT)
$3241One-way
3 transfers
W10455 · W09180+L33567 · L3559209:18AM3h54
Preston station (PRE)01:12PMLuton station (LUT)
$1131One-way
4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Preston to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€95 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €167 Average price |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Luton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:28 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W09774+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y37015 | On time 8:00 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h26 | 11:26 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
| W10453 · W09158+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y07616 | On time 8:17 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h53 | 12:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 3 transfers | |
| W10453 · W09158+L33555 · L35585 | On time 8:17 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h55 | 12:12 PM Luton station (LUT) | 4 transfers | |
| W09776+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y37027 | On time 9:00 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h26 | 12:26 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2 transfers | |
| W10455 · W09180+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+Y07624 | On time 9:18 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h52 | 1:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 3 transfers | |
| W10455 · W09180+L33567 · L35592 | On time 9:18 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h54 | 1:12 PM Luton station (LUT) | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Luton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 26m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $18 (€15)
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 03:28 |
Last train 21:40 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $18 (€15)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Luton trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Luton from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
$100 (€82)
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Preston to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Visitors typically find that spending one to two days in Luton is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House, and the charming local parks.
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, enjoy family-friendly activities at Woodside Animal Farm, and shop for fresh produce and crafts at Luton Indoor Market. For outdoor activities, Stockwood Park offers a space for picnics and sports. For entertainment, The Galaxy provides a cinema and bowling alley. Key sights include the Stockwood Discovery Centre with its local history exhibits and gardens, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, Luton Hoo Estate with its gardens and golf course, Whipsnade Zoo, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre, which hosts performances and art exhibitions.
There is no high speed train available from Preston to Luton.
The distance by train from Preston to Luton is 162 miles (261 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Luton.
The first train from Preston to Luton leaves at 3:28 AM.
Train ticket prices from Preston to Luton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $61 (€50), while the average price is around $116 (€95).
The last train from Preston to Luton leaves at 9:40 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Luton is by bus, with a cost of around $18 (€15).
There is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Luton.
The train from Preston to Luton takes 3h 26m and runs 5 per day.
The train station in Preston that goes to Luton is Preston station (PRE), which connects to Luton station (LUT).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Preston to Luton.
The train journey from Preston to Luton offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the rolling hills and countryside of the Midlands, but it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
A day trip from Preston to Luton is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 26m. The distance is 162 miles (261 km), and there are 5 trains per day.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Luton
Preston
Luton
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Luton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transit options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals in Luton is Leagrave. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leagrave for your journey to Luton from Preston.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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