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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
26 m
Trains on 03 Sept
12
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 12 trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT), including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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.
C418516:170h28London St Pancras International (STP)6:45Luton station (LUT)£51One-way0 changes- C418638:160h25London St Pancras International (STP)8:41Luton station (LUT)£51One-way0 changes
- C418546:470h25London St Pancras International (STP)7:12Luton station (LUT)£61One-way0 changes
- C418587:180h25London St Pancras International (STP)7:43Luton station (LUT)£61One-way0 changes
- C418627:490h25London St Pancras International (STP)8:14Luton station (LUT)£61One-way0 changes
- C418546:470h25London St Pancras International (STP)7:12Luton station (LUT)£61One-way0 changes
- C418587:180h25London St Pancras International (STP)7:43Luton station (LUT)£61One-way0 changes
- C418638:160h25London St Pancras International (STP)8:41Luton station (LUT)£51One-way0 changes
- C418627:490h25London St Pancras International (STP)8:14Luton station (LUT)£61One-way0 changes
- C418516:170h28London St Pancras International (STP)6:45Luton station (LUT)£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 44 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT):
A coach is £0.64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Luton station (LUT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 24m.
The journey is about 22m faster (44m by train vs 1h 6m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £22). 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.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C41851 | 6:17 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h28 | 6:45 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C41854 | 6:47 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h25 | 7:12 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W45420 | 6:51 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h36 | 7:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32941 | 7:06 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h36 | 7:42 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C41858 | 7:18 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h25 | 7:43 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45541 | 7:21 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h36 | 7:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C41862 | 7:49 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h25 | 8:14 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45605 | 7:51 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h28 | 8:19 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45395 | 7:56 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h34 | 8:30 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C41863 | 8:16 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h25 | 8:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45606 | 8:21 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h28 | 8:49 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45396 | 8:26 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h34 | 9:00 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Great Northern or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT)
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 25m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 7:36 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern, east_midlands_trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Luton station (LUT) from £4. 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) and Luton station (LUT)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Luton station (LUT) trains use the London St Pancras International to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Luton station (LUT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
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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