How to travel from Croydon to Luton

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Compare train for Croydon to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Croydon to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $19.

Distance: 36 miles (59 km)

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$19

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Cheapest

$34

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1h 40m

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1h 10m

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1h 48m

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The cheapest way to travel from Croydon to Luton is a train with an average price of $19.
The fastest way to travel from Croydon to Luton is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.
Yes, you can take a train between Croydon and Luton.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Croydon to Luton among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 38m faster (1h 10m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly $16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 vs $34). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Croydon to Luton

How to get from Croydon to Luton by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Croydon to Luton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Thameslink
    7:51 AM1h06
    Croydon
    8:57 AMLuton
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Thameslink
    7:51 AM1h06
    Croydon
    8:57 AMLuton
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Thameslink
    7:51 AM1h06
    Croydon
    8:57 AMLuton
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Thameslink
    8:21 AM1h06
    Croydon
    9:27 AMLuton
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Thameslink
    7:21 AM1h06
    Croydon
    8:27 AMLuton
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Croydon to Luton

Travel 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 Croydon to Luton.

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You can travel between Croydon and Luton by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Croydon to Luton is a train with an average price of $19.
The fastest way to travel from Croydon to Luton is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.
The distance from Croydon to Luton is approximately 36 miles (59 km).
The average frequency per day from Croydon to Luton is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Croydon and Luton as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Croydon to Luton:
  • Trains mostly depart from East Croydon (ECR) and arrive in Luton station (LUT).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Croydon to Luton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Thameslink to go to Luton by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Croydon to Luton:
  • 9 direct trains per day with Thameslink.
Omio customers who travel from Croydon to Luton often also extend their vacation to go to London, Oxford, Longford, Milton Keynes, Stansted Mountfitchet. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Luton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Luton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.
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.

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