Luton Airport Trains
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The Luton Airport Express, operated by East Midlands Railway (EMR), offers a convenient and fast connection from London St Pancras International to Luton Airport. The total journey typically takes around 30 minutes, with a train ride to Luton Airport Parkway Station followed by a short transfer to the Luton DART shuttle for the final leg to the airport terminal in around four minutes.
You can book cheap train tickets to London Luton Airport from anywhere in the UK using Trip.com. It's also advisable to refer to our train schedules for specific timings and frequencies.
Trains to Luton Airport
Trains offer a convenient option for reaching Luton Airport from London and other cities. The total travel time can vary depending on the specific service and potential connections needed. Expect a journey time of 30-45 minutes from central London stations like St Pancras International, with a transfer at Luton Airport Parkway Station to the Luton DART shuttle. We recommend checking live train times for your specific journey. Trains depart frequently, with some services running every 10 minutes during peak times. Ticket prices are available as low as £2.40 when booked in advance.
Train links also exist from various cities like Birmingham, Nottingham, Sheffield, Corby, and Bedford to Luton Airport. For cheap train tickets and easy booking to Luton Airport, visit Trip.com for the best deals and hassle-free reservations.
Trains From Luton Airport
Trains offer a convenient option for exiting Luton Airport to reach London and other cities. The total travel time can vary depending on the specific service and potential connections needed. Expect a journey time of 30-45 minutes to central London stations like St Pancras International, with a transfer at Luton Airport Parkway Station from the Luton DART shuttle. We recommend checking live train times for your specific journey. Trains depart frequently, with some services running every 10 minutes during peak times.
Additionally, there are train links from Luton Airport to other cities and towns, such as Corby, Nottingham, Bedford, Leicester, Brighton. For cheap train tickets and easy booking from Luton Airport, visit Trip.com for the best deals and hassle-free reservations.
Luton Airport to London
Luton train station offers connections to Luton Airport via trains operated by EMR and Thameslink. Trains depart frequently from London stations like St Pancras International, London Bridge, Brighton, and others. While some journeys might be direct, others might involve a change at stations like London St Pancras. Always check timetables for specific routes and travel times, which can vary depending on the origin station and train service.
Regardless of the origin station, all trains will terminate at Luton Airport Parkway station. Here, you'll need to transfer to the Luton DART shuttle for the short (4-minute) journey directly to the airport terminal. The Luton DART operates 24/7.
EMR(East Midlands Railway)
Thameslink
The Luton Airport Express, operated by East Midlands Railway (EMR), offers a convenient connection between London St Pancras International and Luton Airport. Expect a journey time of 30-45 minutes, with a train ride to Luton Airport Parkway Station followed by a short transfer to the Luton DART shuttle for the final leg to the airport terminal. Checking live train times for your specific journey is recommended.
Trains depart from London St Pancras International relatively frequently, typically every 30 minutes. Ticket prices vary depending on booking time, travel class, and promotions, although it's possible to purchase tickets for as low as £2.40.
| Route | Average Duration | Departures (First Train) | Departures (Last Train) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras International | 33m | 00:13 | 23:35 | from US$3.17 |
| London St Pancras International to Luton Airport Parkway | 33m | 00:11 | 23:58 | from US$3.17 |
While there are no direct trains to the Luton Airport terminal, the Luton Airport Express, operated by East Midlands Railway (EMR), provides a convenient connection from London St Pancras International. Passengers travel by train to Luton Airport Parkway Station and then switch to the Luton DART shuttle for the short journey directly to the airport terminal. The DART is a quick link, usually taking under 4 minutes.
| Route | Average Duration | Departures (First Train) | Departures (Last Train) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras International | 33m | 00:13 | 23:35 | from US$3.17 |
| London St Pancras International to Luton Airport Parkway | 33m | 00:11 | 23:58 | from US$3.17 |
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FAQs About Luton Airport Trains
Does Luton Airport have a train station?
Yes. The Luton Airport Parkway Station is the nearest station to Luton Airport and the Luton Dart connects Luton Airport Parkway directly with London Luton Airport. The Luton DART is an electric rapid passenger shuttle, taking you direct from Luton Airport Parkway Station to the airport in under four minutes. DART shuttles leave the station for London Luton Airport every four minutes at peak times.Do I pay for Luton DART?
Yes. If you don't have a combined ticket through to Luton Airport, you'll need to buy a separate ticket for the DART. One way adult tickets cost around £4.90.Can I use Oyster to Luton Airport?
No. Luton Airport Parkway Station and Luton Airport are outside the London fare zones so you can't use an Oyster card to travel here.