Dartford to Luton train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dartford to Luton

Showing times and prices for 28 Aug

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

1 h 46 m

Average duration

1 h 48 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

65 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dartford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dartford to Luton will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Dartford for Luton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.

  • Thameslink
    9:461h46
    Dartford
    11:32Luton
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    6:461h50
    Dartford
    8:36Luton
    £291One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Dartford to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £26.

Distance: 65 km

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Coach

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£26

Average Price

1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

2h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Thameslink

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Dartford to Luton train times

The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Luton trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45403+SoutheasternP85237
Delayed
8:06 8:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
9:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW32940+SoutheasternP86823
Delayed
8:21 8:22Dartford station (DFD)
1h48
10:10 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC10048
On time
8:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
10:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45413+SoutheasternP85243
Delayed
8:36 8:50Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
10:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
SoutheasternP86824+ThameslinkX90949+East Midlands RailwayC41875
On time
8:53 Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
10:40 Luton station (LUT)
2 changes
ThameslinkW45535+SoutheasternP85249
Delayed
9:06 9:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
10:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW32945+SoutheasternP86826
Delayed
9:21 9:23Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
11:10 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC10045
On time
9:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
11:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45375+SoutheasternP85255
Delayed
9:36 9:50Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
11:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW32943+SoutheasternP86827
Delayed
9:51 9:53Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
11:40 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW45553+SoutheasternP85261
Delayed
10:06 10:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
11:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC10030
On time
10:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
12:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45548+SoutheasternP85267
Delayed
10:36 10:50Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
12:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW32952+SoutheasternP86829
Delayed
10:51 10:53Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
12:40 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW45521+SoutheasternP85272
On time
11:20 Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
12:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC10044
On time
11:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
13:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45565+SoutheasternP85276
On time
11:50 Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
13:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW32968+SoutheasternP86831
Delayed
11:51 11:53Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
13:40 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW45534+SoutheasternP85280
Delayed
12:06 12:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
13:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC1005112:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
14:32 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45372+SoutheasternP85284
Delayed
12:36 12:50Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
14:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
SoutheasternP86833+ThameslinkW45432+East Midlands RailwayC41899
On time
12:53 Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
14:40 Luton station (LUT)
2 changes
ThameslinkW45536+SoutheasternP85287
Delayed
13:06 13:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
14:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC10022
On time
13:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
15:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45573+SoutheasternP85290
Delayed
13:36 13:50Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
15:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
SoutheasternP86835+ThameslinkW45423+East Midlands RailwayC41905
On time
13:53 Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
15:40 Luton station (LUT)
2 changes
ThameslinkW45549+SoutheasternP85293
Delayed
14:06 14:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
15:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkC10020
On time
14:46 Dartford station (DFD)
1h46
16:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32978+SoutheasternP85297
On time
14:50 Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
16:27 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW32975+SoutheasternP86837
On time
14:53 Dartford station (DFD)
1h47
16:40 Luton station (LUT)
1 change
ThameslinkW45415+SoutheasternP85196
Delayed
15:06 15:20Dartford station (DFD)
1h37
16:57 Luton station (LUT)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dartford to Luton

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Trains from Dartford to Luton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
65 km
Average train duration
1h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 46m
First train
1:41
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Dartford to Luton trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Dartford and Luton from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£42
Southeastern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

Complete guide to Luton

Things to do in Luton

Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.

  • Must visit

Wardown House Museum and Gallery

Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.

  • Recommended

The Hat Factory

Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.

  • Recommended

Stockwood Discovery Centre

Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.

FAQs: Dartford to Luton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Dartford to Luton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Dartford to Luton covers a distance of 65 km and takes approximately 1h 46m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Dartford to Luton is 65 km.
The first train from Dartford to Luton leaves at 1:41.
The last train from Dartford to Luton departs at 23:50.
Trains from Dartford to Luton run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dartford to Luton.
Yes, there is a direct train between Dartford and Luton. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from Dartford to Luton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Dartford to Luton.
The train station in Dartford that goes to Luton is Dartford station (DFD), and it arrives at Luton station (LUT).
The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Luton is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Dartford to Luton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Dartford to Luton offers a mix of urban and suburban views, passing through areas like Central London, which includes iconic landmarks, but it is not renowned for being particularly scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Dartford to Luton is feasible, as the journey duration is 1h 46m and the distance is 65 km. There are 6 trains per day.
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, visit Woodside Animal Farm for a family-friendly day out, and enjoy the variety of goods at Luton Indoor Market. Outdoor enthusiasts can relax at Stockwood Park, while entertainment seekers can head to The Galaxy for cinema and bowling. For cultural experiences, visit Stockwood Discovery Centre for local history, Wardown House Museum and Gallery for art and history, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre for performances and exhibitions. Historical and scenic sights include Luton Hoo Estate and Whipsnade Zoo.
Two to three days in Luton is sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House Museum, and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Dartford to Luton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Luton

Most Dartford to Luton trains use the Dartford to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Dartford and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Dartford
Arrival train stations in Luton

Which Dartford station do trains to Luton leave from?

Trains from Dartford to Luton leave from Dartford. The station is from Dartford city centre at Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP.
DartfordDartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre

BusD30, 429, 414B, 477, 477S · 1m · every ~4 min

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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