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Compare coach and train for Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£16 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport costing on average £16.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.53. The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 07:16. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 7:16 |
Last train 7:16 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Thameslink from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport trainsThameslink trains will get you between Dartford station (DFD) and London Luton Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dartford station (DFD) and London Luton Airport
Most Dartford station (DFD) to London Luton Airport trains use the Dartford to London Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Dartford station (DFD) and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre
Dartford train station facilities and services
Dartford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dartford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dartford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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