The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for Luton station (LUT) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 46 km
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1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:04 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h57 | 19:01 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 06:27 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h43 | 07:10 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) by train or coach
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Why should you book London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) trains with Omio?
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 Tube or East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Tube or East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT)
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 39m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Tube, East Midlands Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) trainsThameslink, Tube, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and Luton station (LUT) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Blackfriars (BFR) to Luton station (LUT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Blackfriars (BFR) and Luton station (LUT)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- 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 iva 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
- Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes

