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Stockwood Discovery Centre
A local museum with collections on Bedfordshire history, rural life, carriages, and gardens. One of Luton’s best family-friendly cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strood to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strood to Luton will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 9 trains that leave Strood for Luton on Tue, Jul 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strood to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.49 (€-26.67). The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 21m 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 Strood to Luton trains for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:17 AM Strood | 2h17 | 7:34 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:32 AM Strood | 1h13 | 6:45 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:47 AM Strood | 2h17 | 8:04 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:17 AM Strood | 2h19 | 8:36 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:31 AM Strood | 1h11 | 7:42 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:47 AM Strood | 2h19 | 9:06 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Strood | 1h09 | 8:40 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Strood | 2h15 | 10:32 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Strood | 1h21 | 9:56 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Strood | 2h15 | 11:02 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:17 AM Strood | 2h15 | 11:32 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Strood | 1h21 | 10:56 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:47 AM Strood | 2h15 | 12:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:17 AM Strood | 2h15 | 12:32 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 AM Strood | 1h21 | 11:56 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:47 AM Strood | 2h15 | 1:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:17 AM Strood | 2h15 | 1:32 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Strood | 1h21 | 12:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:47 AM Strood | 2h15 | 2:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:17 PM Strood | 2h15 | 2:32 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Strood | 1h21 | 1:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:47 PM Strood | 2h15 | 3:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:17 PM Strood | 2h15 | 3:32 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Strood | 1h21 | 2:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:47 PM Strood | 2h15 | 4:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:17 PM Strood | 2h15 | 4:32 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Strood | 1h21 | 3:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:47 PM Strood | 2h15 | 5:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:17 PM Strood | 2h15 | 5:32 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Strood | 1h06 | 4:41 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:47 PM Strood | 2h15 | 6:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:17 PM Strood | 2h13 | 6:30 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 PM Strood | 1h06 | 5:41 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:47 PM Strood | 2h15 | 7:02 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Strood | 2h19 | 7:36 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Strood | 1h06 | 6:41 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Strood | 1h16 | 7:51 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Strood | 1h21 | 8:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:35 PM Strood | 1h21 | 9:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:35 PM Strood | 1h21 | 10:56 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:35 PM Strood | 1h28 | 12:03 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Strood to Luton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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A local museum with collections on Bedfordshire history, rural life, carriages, and gardens. One of Luton’s best family-friendly cultural attractions.
A Victorian house museum in Wardown Park featuring local history, lace, hats, and changing exhibitions. A strong introduction to Luton’s heritage.
A contemporary arts venue in a former hat factory with gallery exhibitions and cultural events, reflecting Luton’s historic hat-making identity.
Luton’s best-known public park, combining lakeside walks, open green space, and access to Wardown House. Popular with both locals and visitors.
A large park known for open space, gardens, and the Discovery Centre. A great place for relaxed walking and family visits.
One of Luton’s most distinctive neighborhoods, known for its lively atmosphere, independent shops, and strong multicultural character.
A classic British breakfast of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes and toast, widely eaten in Bedfordshire cafes and pubs.
Traditional roast meat served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding, a staple of local pub dining across Luton.
Battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas or tartare sauce, one of the most iconic and widely loved British takeaway meals.
Long-running Italian restaurant in Luton known for pizzas, pasta and a warm, traditional atmosphere suited to relaxed dinners.
Well-known Thai restaurant with polished service and a more refined atmosphere, popular for classic curries, stir-fries and seafood dishes.
Established Indian restaurant recognized for North Indian curries, tandoori dishes and a smart yet comfortable dining room.
Generally cheaper than London, but accommodation and airport-area dining can raise daily costs.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes; not expected for pubs unless table service.
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London Luton Airport, Luton -> Luton Station Interchange, Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strood 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.

Most Strood to Luton trains use the Strood to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Strood and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Strood has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Strood.
ATMs are available at Strood.
Ticket office support is available at Strood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strood: Parking, WC.
Available at Strood: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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