Trains to Luton

Luton is a town located about 30 miles (48 kilometres) north of London. It boasts a well-developed railway system and is home to Luton Airport. The town offers direct train services to London, Bedford, Farringdon, West Hampstead, and Brighton, making it a convenient location for commuters and travellers.

London to Luton

A direct journey from London St Pancras International to Luton, operated by East Midlands Railway and Thameslink, takes an average of 35 minutes. Trains run nearly every ten minutes. Onboard, you can enjoy comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi and more services.

Birmingham to Luton

Frequent trains depart from Birmingham Moor Street to Luton, taking around 3 hours and 30 minutes. Trains from Birmingham New Street to Luton take about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Various train companies operate these routes, offering free Wi-Fi and comfortable seats.

Liverpool to Luton

The route from Liverpool James Street or Liverpool Lime Street to Luton takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes at the fastest speed. Several train companies operate this route, offering comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi.

Luton has two key train stations: Luton Station, centrally located, and Luton Airport Parkway Station, near the airport. The train ride between these stations is approximately 3 minutes. This convenient transport link makes getting around Luton hassle-free.

Luton Station

Luton Station, opened in 1868, features five platforms and is served by Thameslink and East Midlands Railway. It provides easy access to major destinations such as London, Corby, Bedford, and Brighton, making it highly convenient for both commuters and visitors with its efficient train services and excellent rail connections.

Just a four-minute walk from Luton Station, you'll find The Mall Luton, a large shopping centre. A bit further on is the University of Bedfordshire's Luton campus. Additionally, the Stockwood Discovery Centre, a museum and garden complex ideal for families and history enthusiasts, is also nearby.

Luton Airport Parkway Station

Luton Airport Parkway Station is located in the Park Town area of south Luton. Opened in 1868, this commuter station is mainly operated by East Midlands Railway and Thameslink, providing train services connecting to London, Corby, Bedford and other destinations. It features a Luton DART shuttle that operates all day, offering a quick four-minute transfer to the Luton Airport terminal.

Luton Airport, operational since 1938, ranks as the fourth busiest airport among London's airports. Situated to the east of Luton, it has served over 16.5 million passengers. The Luton DART shuttle provides a quick 4-minute connection to the Luton Airport Parkway train station. From this station, travellers can easily reach Luton city centre, Bedford, St Albans, and other key destinations.

• London to Luton Airport: Direct trains from London St Pancras International to Luton Airport Parkway station take about 35 minutes
• Bedford to Luton Airport: Direct trains from Bedford to Luton Airport Parkway station take around 25 minutes.
• St Albans to Luton Airport: Direct trains from St Albans City to Luton Airport Parkway station take about 10 minutes.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.