The cheapest and fastest trains from Hayes to Luton
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hayes to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hayes to Luton will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hayes for Luton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
8:071h20Hayes9:27Luton£211One-way0 changes
8:071h20Hayes9:27Luton£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hayes to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hayes to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 40 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hayes to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Hayes to Luton trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:07 Hayes | 1h20 | 9:27 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hayes to Luton
Trains from Hayes to Luton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 0:22 |
Last train 23:43 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Hayes to Luton trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Hayes and Luton from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hayes to Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayes 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 Hayes and Luton
Most Hayes to Luton trains use the Hayes & Harlington to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at London Luton Airport. Use this guide to compare Hayes and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hayes station do trains to Luton leave from?
Getting to Hayes & Harlington from Hayes city centre
Hayes & Harlington is 1 km from Hayes city centre. Public transport options include:
Hayes & Harlington train station facilities and services
Hayes & Harlington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hayes & Harlington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hayes & Harlington. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hayes & Harlington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hayes & Harlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hayes & Harlington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Luton station do trains from Hayes 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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