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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 bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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$17 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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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.
W595239:13 AM0h36Luton station (LUT)9:49 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$111One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus6:05 AM1h25Luton7:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$81One-way0 transfers
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W595239:13 AM0h36Luton station (LUT)9:49 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$111One-way0 transfers
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W596318:57 AM0h40Luton station (LUT)9:37 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$111One-way0 transfers
W595198:42 AM0h40Luton station (LUT)9:22 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$111One-way0 transfers
W592798:27 AM0h42Luton station (LUT)9:09 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)$161One-way0 transfers
LTN10:10 AM1h25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station11:35 AMLondon, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station)$191One-way0 transfers
LTN9:40 AM1h25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station11:05 AMLondon, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station)$191One-way0 transfers
LTN10:40 AM1h40Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station12:20 PMLondon, Marble Arch$191One-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
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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
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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 bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to London costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 45m.
- Around 110 buses per day.
- Around 12 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, east_midlands_trains to go to London by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Arriva UK to go to London by bus.
- 12 direct trains per day with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains.
- 107 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Arriva UK.
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