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Outbound fromLuton to London by train
It takes an average of 50m to travel from Luton to London by train, over a distance of around 29 miles (46 km). There are normally 547 trains per day travelling from Luton to London and tickets for this journey start from £3.40 when you book in advance.
How to get from Luton to London by train in less than half an hour
Considering a trip to the capital and looking for more information on the journey from Luton to London by train? Start your journey with us!
Usually, the journey from Luton to London by train takes around 49 minutes, but can take just 25 minutes on the fastest services. With around 806 direct trains running from Luton to London every day, you don’t need to change along the way, so you can sit back and relax.
On this route, you’ll jump on either an East Midlands Railway or Thameslink train at Luton station. Whatever service you decide to travel on, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as free WiFi and comfortable seating. Fancy travelling in style? Upgrade to First Class and take advantage of quieter carriages, spacious seats and wider tables. In just 25 minutes, you’ll travel through 29 miles of picturesque scenery and arrive at London St Pancras station.
Once you’ve exited the station, you’re a short tube or bus journey from the city’s main landmarks. Not sure where to begin? Check out our guide to the 14 best things to do in London, including a trip to the Natural History Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Want to book the cheapest fares? Try booking an Off-Peak time – tickets are generally cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you’d like to save even more, get yourself a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Eager to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Luton to London in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like to learn a bit more about the journey first, you’ll find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap train fares and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Luton to London
Want to know more about your journey from Luton to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Luton to London
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Luton to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
