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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Luton
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Luton will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Doncaster to Luton you need to make at least one change.
G89276+
C21663 · W70688 · C042328:213h04Doncaster station (DON)11:25Luton station (LUT)£731One-way3 changes- W70781 · W70691 · C04235+
W846618:433h12Doncaster station (DON)11:55Luton station (LUT)£801One-way3 changes - G89276+C21663 · C418848:213h49Doncaster station (DON)12:10Luton station (LUT)£871One-way2 changes
G07959+C418798:152h55Doncaster station (DON)11:10Luton station (LUT)£1591One-way1 change
Y14804+C418798:312h39Doncaster station (DON)11:10Luton station (LUT)£1761One-way1 change
- Y14804+C418798:312h39Doncaster station (DON)11:10Luton station (LUT)£1761One-way1 change
- G07959+C418798:152h55Doncaster station (DON)11:10Luton station (LUT)£1591One-way1 change
- G89276+C21663 · W70688 · C042328:213h04Doncaster station (DON)11:25Luton station (LUT)£731One-way3 changes
- W70781 · W70691 · C04235+W846618:433h12Doncaster station (DON)11:55Luton station (LUT)£801One-way3 changes
- G89276+C21663 · C418848:213h49Doncaster station (DON)12:10Luton station (LUT)£871One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Doncaster to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 189 km
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Live departures
Doncaster to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster 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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| 5:08 Doncaster | 3h04 | 8:12 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:45 Doncaster | 2h56 | 8:41 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:43 Doncaster | 3h12 | 10:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Luton
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Trains from Doncaster to Luton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 2:40 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Grand Central Trains from Doncaster to Luton trainsHull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Doncaster and Luton 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: Doncaster to Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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 Doncaster and Luton
Most Doncaster to Luton trains use the Doncaster to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Doncaster and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Doncaster station do trains to Luton leave from?
Getting to Doncaster from Doncaster city centre
Doncaster train station facilities and services
Doncaster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Doncaster.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Doncaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text, Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: , Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Luton station do trains from Doncaster 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 Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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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