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Compare train and bus for Luton to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, while a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$16 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to London:
A train is $6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to London costing on average $22.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
The journey is about 35m faster (37m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly $13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 vs $29). 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.
Travel optionsfrom Luton to London
How to get from Luton to London by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Luton to London is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
C042138:26 AM0h26Luton station (LUT)8:52 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$61One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- C042138:26 AM0h26Luton station (LUT)8:52 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$61One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- C042138:26 AM0h26Luton station (LUT)8:52 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$61One-way0 transfers
Other options
- C041985:56 AM0h27Luton station (LUT)6:23 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$61One-way0 transfers
- C042006:26 AM0h26Luton station (LUT)6:52 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$71One-way0 transfers
- C042046:56 AM0h26Luton station (LUT)7:22 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:05 AM0h50Luton6:55 AMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)$81One-way0 transfers- FlixBus5:10 PM0h55Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)6:05 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)$81One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:05 AM1h25Luton7:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$81One-way0 transfers
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How to Travel from Luton to London
The journey from Luton to London is a quick trip, 46-kilometer trip. The journey between these two cities is convenient whether you choose to travel by bus or train. Flights between the two cities are not available. Depending on the mode of transit and time of departure, journey times vary from 40 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes. Key arrival points in London St Pancras train station and Victoria bus station. Bus and train journeys from Luton to London are available 7 days a week.
Luton to London Travel Comparison
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What is the best way to travel from Luton to London?
Cheapest way to travel from Luton to London
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Luton to London, and booking in advance helps offset the cost of bus tickets. The bus trip ranges from just over an hour to 1 hour and 40 minutes. Buses from Luton to London do not require any changes and can be a good way to see the landscape along the ride. The bus route is provided by National Express and are offered twice every hour.
Fastest way to travel from Luton to London
Traveling by train is the fastest way to get from Luton to London. Two train companies offer services, including Thameslink and East Midlands. Trains are frequent from Luton to Londn with approximately 10 trains departing every hour. Services are regular, with trains available 24-7 and take anywhere from 36 minutes to 48 minutes to arrive in London.
Most popular way to travel from Luton to London
Taking the train is the most popular option for traveling from Luton to London. Regular trains depart from Luton and arrive at London's St Pancras seven days a week. Traveling by train is especially convenient for travelers, because they are typically offered two to three times an hour starting at 8:14 am until 11:34 pm.
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This is compared to other travel options from Luton to London:
A train is $6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to London costing on average $22.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
- Around 86 buses per day.
- Around 11 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and London as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in London St Pancras International (STP).
- Buses mostly depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.
- Travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink to go to London by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to London by bus.
- 11 direct trains per day with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink.
- 78 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
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