The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Luton
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Luton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barking for Luton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:261h31Barking8:57Luton£171One-way0 changes
7:261h31Barking8:57Luton£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barking to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barking to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 52 km
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1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barking to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Luton trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:24 Barking | 1h33 | 7:57 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:25 Barking | 1h32 | 9:57 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs London Overground?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London Overground, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Tube to find the best option for your trip from Barking to Luton.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Tube to find the best option for your trip from Barking to Luton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Barking to Luton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Luton
Trains from Barking to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London Overground, Thameslink, Tube from Barking to Luton trainsLondon Overground, Thameslink, Tube trains will get you between Barking and Luton from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barking to Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Luton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Luton
Most Barking to Luton trains use the Barking to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at London Luton Airport. Use this guide to compare Barking and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barking station do trains to Luton leave from?
Getting to Barking from Barking city centre
Barking train station facilities and services
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Barking Riverside from Barking city centre
Barking Riverside is 2 km from Barking city centre. Public transport options include:
Barking Riverside train station facilities and services
Barking Riverside has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking Riverside.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barking Riverside.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking Riverside: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking Riverside.
Which Luton station do trains from Barking arrive at?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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