Train travel to Luton guide

Updated May 9, 2026

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?

Providers that offer services to and from Luton include: Thameslink and East Midlands Railway. Please note that journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with.

What are Luton's opening hours?

Luton is typically open from 0:01 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though this is subject to change for reasons such as technical issues. We recommend verifying these hours before your journey to ensure a smooth experience.

Pick up & drop off at Luton

Luton offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Luton?

London, London St Pancras International, Farringdon, St Albans and Luton are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Luton. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Luton live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Luton, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Luton to Bedford09:1225mThameslinkExp. 09:23
Luton to Brighton09:132hThameslinkOn time
Luton to Corby09:1544mEast Midlands RailwayOn time
Luton to Rainham (Kent)09:172h 28mThameslinkOn time
Luton to Bedford09:2024mThameslinkOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Haywards Heath to Luton09:102h 13mThameslinkExp. 09:22
Bedford to Luton09:1124mThameslinkOn time
London St. Pancras International to Luton09:1428mEast Midlands RailwayOn time
Brighton to Luton09:191h 52mThameslinkOn time
Orpington to Luton09:201h 50mThameslinkCancelled

Station Details

Address:

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

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Friday open from 05:45:00 until 21:45:00

Saturday open from 05:45:00 until 22:00:00

Sunday open from 06:45:00 until 21:45:00

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Facilities

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