London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport train with Thameslink

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£13

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£19

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

50 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

57 m

Trains on 12 Sept

3

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport 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 will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 3 trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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
    7:570h50
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    8:47London Luton Airport
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    8:570h50
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    9:47London Luton Airport
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    4:361h11
    London Blackfriars (BFR)
    5:47London Luton Airport
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 45 km

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Driving

£18

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

51m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 57m

Average total duration

1h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport is a coach with an average price of £13.

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

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport costing on average £18.

The fastest way to travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport is by train with an average journey time of 51m.

Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 27m.

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

The journey is about 21m faster (51m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly £24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£18 vs £42). 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 train times

The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink4:36 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h11
5:47 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink7:57 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
8:47 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink8:57 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
9:47 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport trains with Omio?

Thameslink as well as East Midlands Railway or Tube offer trains services from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or Tube to find the best option for your trip from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or Tube to find the best option for your trip from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.

Journey information

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

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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 50m.

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
51m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
50m
First train
3:36
Last train
16:52
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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, East Midlands Railway, Tube from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway, Tube trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and London Luton Airport from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
58m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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
50m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£10
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
Learn more about Thameslink

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

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

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 50m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport is 45 km.
The first train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport leaves at 3:36.
The last train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport departs at 16:52.
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.
To get from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport, 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.
The cheapest way to get from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport 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, passing through the cityscape of London and the surrounding areas. It offers views of residential neighbourhoods, industrial sites, and some green spaces, but is not typically considered a scenic route compared to rural or coastal train journeys.
Yes, a day trip from London Blackfriars to London Luton Airport is feasible with a journey time of 50m and a distance of 45 km. Trains run frequently with a schedule of 10 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Luton Airport.

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