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




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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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45403+ P85237 | Delayed 8:06 8:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 9:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32940+ P86823 | Delayed 8:21 8:22Dartford station (DFD) | 1h48 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10048 | On time 8:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 10:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45413+ P85243 | Delayed 8:36 8:50Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 10:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P86824+ X90949+ C41875 | On time 8:53 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 10:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W45535+ P85249 | Delayed 9:06 9:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 10:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32945+ P86826 | Delayed 9:21 9:23Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 11:10 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10045 | On time 9:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 11:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45375+ P85255 | Delayed 9:36 9:50Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 11:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32943+ P86827 | Delayed 9:51 9:53Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 11:40 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45553+ P85261 | Delayed 10:06 10:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 11:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10030 | On time 10:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 12:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45548+ P85267 | Delayed 10:36 10:50Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 12:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32952+ P86829 | Delayed 10:51 10:53Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 12:40 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45521+ P85272 | On time 11:20 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 12:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10044 | On time 11:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 13:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45565+ P85276 | On time 11:50 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 13:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32968+ P86831 | Delayed 11:51 11:53Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 13:40 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45534+ P85280 | Delayed 12:06 12:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 13:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10051 | 12:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 14:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45372+ P85284 | Delayed 12:36 12:50Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 14:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P86833+ W45432+ C41899 | On time 12:53 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 14:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W45536+ P85287 | Delayed 13:06 13:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 14:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10022 | On time 13:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 15:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45573+ P85290 | Delayed 13:36 13:50Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 15:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P86835+ W45423+ C41905 | On time 13:53 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 15:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W45549+ P85293 | Delayed 14:06 14:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 15:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
C10020 | On time 14:46 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h46 | 16:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32978+ P85297 | On time 14:50 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 16:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32975+ P86837 | On time 14:53 Dartford station (DFD) | 1h47 | 16:40 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45415+ P85196 | Delayed 15:06 15:20Dartford station (DFD) | 1h37 | 16:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
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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.
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 |
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Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.
Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.
Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.
Large landscaped park with formal gardens, lake, museum and open space, ideal for a relaxed walk close to central Luton.
Parkland site with gardens, heritage displays and family-friendly walking routes around the Discovery Centre and museum grounds.
Nature reserve and chalk downland area with trails and wide views, popular for walking and a quieter escape above the town.
A Bedfordshire classic: suet pastry pudding filled with chopped beef, onions and stock. Long linked to local home cooking across Bedfordshire, including Luton.
A traditional Bedfordshire dish of baked onions stuffed with seasoned sage and breadcrumbs. It reflects thrifty local cooking from the surrounding county.
A rich suet pastry pie with bacon, onions and potatoes. It is an old Bedfordshire comfort food once popular with labourers and farming families.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively modern setting close to the town centre.
Well-known South Indian venue specialising in dosas, curries and vegetarian dishes in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a smart but approachable setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.
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.
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Luton Airport Parkway, Luton -> Luton Town Centre, Luton
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.

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.
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 options are available at Dartford.
ATMs are available at Dartford.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the 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.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
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.
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