London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train with Tube

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£14

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£24

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

44 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

46 m

Trains on 17 Sept

21

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

To travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) you need to make at least one change.

  • ThameslinkW45601+MetroLuton Dart
    8:570h50
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    9:47London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £141One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW45606+MetroLuton Dart
    8:120h44
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    8:56London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW45602+MetroLuton Dart
    8:420h44
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    9:26London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW45600+MetroLuton Dart
    8:270h51
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    9:18London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkC02767+MetroLuton Dart
    7:270h52
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    8:19London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £211One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 45 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£22

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£41

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA):

A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) costing on average £22.

The fastest way to travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is by train with an average journey time of 47m.

Other travel options to London Luton Airport (LUA) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Blackfriars (BFR) and London Luton Airport (LUA) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 25m faster (47m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£22 vs £41). 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.

Live departures

London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45588+MetroLuton Dart4:36 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h11
5:47 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45583+MetroLuton Dart5:06 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h58
6:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkC10091+MetroLuton Dart5:20 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h04
6:24 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW32953+MetroLuton Dart5:34 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h55
6:29 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkC10087+MetroLuton Dart5:49 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h05
6:54 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW32962+MetroLuton Dart6:02 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h57
6:59 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkC10015+MetroLuton Dart6:04 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h05
7:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW32972+MetroLuton Dart6:27 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h52
7:19 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45420+MetroLuton Dart6:42 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h52
7:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW32941+MetroLuton Dart6:57 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h52
7:49 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45541+MetroLuton Dart7:12 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h52
8:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkC02767+MetroLuton Dart7:27 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h52
8:19 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45605+MetroLuton Dart7:42 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h44
8:26 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45395+MetroLuton Dart7:47 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
8:37 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkC02774+MetroLuton Dart7:57 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h52
8:49 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45606+MetroLuton Dart8:12 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h44
8:56 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45396+MetroLuton Dart8:17 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
9:07 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45600+MetroLuton Dart8:27 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h51
9:18 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45602+MetroLuton Dart8:42 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h44
9:26 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45387+MetroLuton Dart8:47 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
9:37 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45601+MetroLuton Dart8:57 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
9:47 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 14:42. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 34m.

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 £8
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
34m
First train
4:59
Last train
14:42
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £8

Train companies: Thameslink from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and London Luton Airport (LUA) from £8. 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
52m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£13
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
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) 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 London Luton Airport (LUA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is 45 km.
The first train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) leaves at 4:59.
The last train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) departs at 14:42.
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run approximately 13 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
To get from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
The cheapest way to get from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Blackfriars to London Luton Airport is primarily urban and suburban, offering views of the Thameslink route through central London and the outskirts, but it is not particularly renowned for scenic landscapes.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Blackfriars to London Luton Airport. The journey takes 34m, covering a distance of 45 km. There are 10 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

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