London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Sept

Cheapest price on 01 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 01 Sept

£12

Fastest journey on 01 Sept

33 m

Average journey duration on 01 Sept

35 m

Trains on 01 Sept

12

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

To travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) you need to make at least one change.

  • East Midlands RailwayC41888 · C04239+MetroLuton Dart
    12:150h54
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:09London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £91One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC41875 · C04229+MetroLuton Dart
    10:150h54
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    11:09London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £101One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC41892 · C04243+MetroLuton Dart
    12:450h54
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:39London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £111One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC41879+MetroLuton Dart
    10:450h33
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    11:18London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC41892+MetroLuton Dart
    12:450h33
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:18London Luton Airport (LUA)
    £121One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 42 km

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£10

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Average total duration

Fastest

34m

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Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

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Live departures

London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC41875 · C04229+MetroLuton Dart10:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
11:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC41875+MetroLuton Dart10:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h33
10:48 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45535+MetroLuton Dart10:21 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h43
11:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW32945+MetroLuton Dart10:36 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h41
11:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC41879+MetroLuton Dart10:45 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h33
11:18 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45375+MetroLuton Dart10:51 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h43
11:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC41888 · C04239+MetroLuton Dart12:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
13:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC41888+MetroLuton Dart12:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h33
12:48 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW45521+MetroLuton Dart12:21 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h43
13:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
ThameslinkW32970+MetroLuton Dart12:36 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h41
13:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC41892+MetroLuton Dart12:45 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h33
13:18 London Luton Airport (LUA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC41892 · C04243+MetroLuton Dart12:45 London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
13:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)2 changes

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East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink offer trains services from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 08:15. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 33m.

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 £7
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
33m
First train
5:17
Last train
8:15
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 £7

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and London Luton Airport (LUA) from £7. 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
33m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£8
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
35m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£18
Thameslink frequency
8 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
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is 42 km.
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) leaves at 5:17.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) departs at 8:15.
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
To get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
The cheapest way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross to London Luton Airport is primarily a functional commuter route, passing through urban and suburban areas with views of residential neighbourhoods and industrial sites rather than picturesque scenery.
Yes, a day trip from London Kings Cross to London Luton Airport is feasible, with a journey time of 33m and a distance of 42 km. Trains run 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

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