Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£60
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£78
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
5 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
5 h 25 m
Trains on 07 Sept
3
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 489 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 489 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £124 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN):
A flight is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) costing on average £32.
A flight is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) costing on average £90.
Other travel options to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Coach takes on average 10h 3m.
The journey is about 2h 7m faster (4h 39m by train vs 6h 46m by car) and roughly £34 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£90 vs £124). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h27 | 12:53 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h36 | 14:06 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 489 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 489 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 7:26 |
Last train 9:26 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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.