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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT)
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £17
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £18
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 1 h 39 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 2 h
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 6 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
W454608:34 1h39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 10:13 Luton station (LUT) £17 1 One-way 0 changes
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Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International6:28 2h25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 8:53 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 2 changes- W45747+
W709278:49 1h41 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 10:30 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 1 change 
C82969+C22674+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International7:50 2h07 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 9:57 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 2 changes- W45820 · C22670+Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International
6:57 2h26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 9:23 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 2 changes
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8:34 1h39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 10:13 Luton station (LUT) £17 1 One-way 0 changes - W45747+W70927
8:49 1h41 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 10:30 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 1 change - C82969+C22674+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
7:50 2h07 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 9:57 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 2 changes - C82967+C21139+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
7:20 2h07 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 9:27 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 2 changes - C82319+C22659+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
6:28 2h25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 8:53 Luton station (LUT) £18 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 14:36. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 14:36 |
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport and Luton station (LUT)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Luton station (LUT) trains use the London St Pancras International to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Luton station (LUT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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.
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