Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£20

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£20

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

46 m

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

46 m

Trains on 03 Sept

1

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

On Thu 03 Sept, we found 1 trains from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT), including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 46 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
    5:180h46
    Kentish Town (KTN)
    6:04Luton station (LUT)
    £201One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 41 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£9

Average Price

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£9

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 58m

Average total duration

1h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT):

A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) costing on average £9.

The fastest way to travel from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) is by train with an average journey time of 41m.

Other travel options to Luton station (LUT) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kentish Town (KTN) and Luton station (LUT) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 15m faster (41m by train vs 56m by car) and roughly £0.05 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£9 vs £9). 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.

Direct services run with Thameslink.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink17:23 Kentish Town (KTN)
0h52
18:15 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
Thursday 3 September
Thameslink5:18 Kentish Town (KTN)
0h46
6:04 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) by train or coach

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Why should you book Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) trains with Omio?

Thameslink operates all trains services from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT)

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Trains from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 01:48. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
41 km
Average train duration
41m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
45m
First train
0:03
Last train
1:48
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Thameslink from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Kentish Town (KTN) and Luton station (LUT) from £4. 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 Thameslink Duration
45m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£9
Thameslink frequency
25 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

FAQs: Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) 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 station (LUT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 45m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) is 41 km.
The first train from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) departs at 1:48.
Trains from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT).
Yes, there is a direct train between Kentish Town (KTN) and Luton station (LUT). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT).
The cheapest way to get from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Kentish Town to Luton offers a mix of urban and suburban views, transitioning through the landscapes of North London and the Hertfordshire countryside, but it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, a day trip from Kentish Town to Luton is feasible with a travel duration of 45m and a distance of 41 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT).

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Important Stations and Airports in Kentish Town (KTN) and Luton station (LUT)

Most Kentish Town (KTN) to Luton station (LUT) trains use the London St Pancras International to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare Kentish Town (KTN) and Luton station (LUT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Luton
Kentish TownKentish Town station, Kentish Town Road, Kentish Town, Greater London, NW5 2AAParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Kentish Town from London city centre

Kentish Town is 4 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBrighton - Bedford, Horsham - Bedford, Rainham, Sutton, Orpington - Luton, Orpington - Kentish Town, Gillingham, Orpington - West Hampstead Thameslink, Haywards Heath - Bedford, London Blackfriars - St Albans City, Elephant & Castle - St Albans City, Brighton - West Hampstead Thameslink, London Blackfriars - Kentish Town, Wimbledon - Kentish Town, Plumstead - Luton, Herne Hill - St Albans City, Plumstead - West Hampstead Thameslink, Plumstead - Kentish Town · 8m · £2 · every ~10 min
BusN20 · 17m · £2 · every ~3 min
N20 · 18m · £2 · every ~3 min
88 · 23m · £15 · every ~28 min
SubwayNorthern · 13m · £4 · every ~52 min

Kentish Town train station facilities and services

Kentish Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Kentish Town.

Tickets and information

Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Kentish Town: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Kentish Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kentish Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This station does not have step-free access, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, customer service staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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