Luton Station

Luton Station

Train travel to Luton guide

Luton railway station is located in the town centre of Luton, Bedfordshire, near the River Lea. Constructed by the Midland railway Company in 1868 as part of its extension to St Pancras, the station aimed to serve the rapidly growing 19th-century population. Originally consisting of three platforms, a fourth platform was added in 1960, and a fifth in the 1980s to meet increasing demand.

The station is operated by Thameslink, providing direct services to London St Pancras International, Gatwick Airport, and Bedford. The station also offers connections to local and regional destinations. The Luton Station Interchange is conveniently located for bus services, facilitating easy travel to areas like the Luton Airport Parkway and surrounding districts.

Located in front of the station building, the Luton Station Interchange provides passengers with easy access to local and regional bus services. Visitors can explore The Luton Point shopping centre, the Hat Factory Arts Centre, and the historic St Mary's Church within a short distance from the station.

Which train companies run trains to Luton?

Thameslink and East Midlands Railway offer services to and from Luton, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.

What are Luton's opening hours?

You can expect Luton to be open between the hours of 0:01 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Luton

Luton offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.

Connectivity of the Luton?

Popular destinations offering trains to and from Luton include London, London St Pancras International, Farringdon, Bedford and Gatwick Airport. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.

Luton Live Timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Luton. Check it now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Luton to Brighton18:131Thameslink
On time
Luton to Bedford18:203Thameslink
On time
Luton to Bedford18:225Thameslink
On time
Luton to London St Pancras International18:264East Midlands Railway
On time
Luton to Three Bridges18:291Thameslink
On time
TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Bedford to Luton17:482Thameslink
On time
London St Pancras International to Luton17:461East Midlands Railway
On time
Gatwick Airport to Luton16:535Thameslink
On time
Brighton to Luton16:275Thameslink
On time
Bedford to Luton18:053Thameslink
On time

Station Details

Address: Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT

Facilities

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Refreshments

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Seating facilities

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First class lounge

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Tourist information office

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Ticket Office

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Ticket buying and collection

Ticket office open

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Use Oyster cards

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Transport links

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Accessible ticket machine

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General Services Information

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Left luggage

Lost property

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