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

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£22

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£22

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

56 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

1 h 6 m

Trains on 20 Sept

2

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR), including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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
    15:121h16
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    16:28London Blackfriars (BFR)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    15:510h56
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    16:47London Blackfriars (BFR)
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 45 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£20

Average Price

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£41

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 11m

Average total duration

1h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is a coach with an average price of £20.

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

A coach is £0.57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) costing on average £20.

The fastest way to travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is by train with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to London Blackfriars (BFR) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 41m.

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

The journey is about 26m faster (49m by train vs 1h 15m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £41). 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 Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink8:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h52
9:43 London Blackfriars (BFR)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

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

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Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 08:05. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 45m.

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
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
45m
First train
7:35
Last train
8:05
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
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

Train companies: Thameslink from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Luton Airport (LUA) and London Blackfriars (BFR) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
45m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£13
Thameslink frequency
6 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
Family area
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FAQs: London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 45m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is 45 km.
The first train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) leaves at 7:35.
The last train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) departs at 8:05.
Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
To get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 Luton Airport to London Blackfriars primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering views of the English countryside initially before transitioning to more residential and industrial landscapes as it approaches central London. While it provides glimpses of local scenery, it may not be considered particularly scenic compared to routes through more picturesque rural landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from London Luton Airport to London Blackfriars is feasible, as the journey takes 45m and covers 45 km. There are 11 trains available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).

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