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

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

Showing times and prices for 16 Nov

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

31 m

Average duration

33 m

Trains per day

48

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

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

MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands TrainsY07323
15:470h35
London Luton Airport (LUA)
16:22London St Pancras International (STP)
£141One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands TrainsY07329
16:470h35
London Luton Airport (LUA)
17:22London St Pancras International (STP)
£141One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37204
12:510h46
London Luton Airport (LUA)
13:37London St Pancras International (STP)
£141One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37210
15:510h46
London Luton Airport (LUA)
16:37London St Pancras International (STP)
£141One-way
1 change
MetroLuton Dart+ThameslinkY37024
09:040h49
London Luton Airport (LUA)
09:53London St Pancras International (STP)
£141One-way
1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 42 km

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Coach

£17

Average Price

£15

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Cheapest

1h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

37m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 38m

Average total duration

1h 8m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36014
On time
08:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
09:10 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37018
On time
08:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
09:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37264
On time
08:38 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h58
09:36 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37194
On time
08:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h48
09:39 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37024
On time
09:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
09:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07017
On time
09:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h33
09:50 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36679
On time
09:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h48
10:09 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37030
On time
09:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
10:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY06933
On time
09:44 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h31
10:15 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37198
On time
09:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h48
10:39 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37036
On time
10:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
10:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07021
On time
10:16 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
10:51 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36688
On time
10:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h48
11:09 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37042
On time
10:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
11:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY06934
On time
10:49 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h32
11:21 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37200
On time
10:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h48
11:39 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37048
On time
11:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
11:53 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayG03473
On time
11:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h34
11:55 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37054
On time
11:34 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h49
12:23 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY06937
On time
11:36 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h34
12:10 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37299
On time
11:38 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h58
12:36 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37202
On time
11:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h48
12:39 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37060
On time
12:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
12:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07306
On time
12:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
12:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36708
On time
12:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
13:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37066
On time
12:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
13:22 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37204
On time
12:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
13:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07308
On time
13:04 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
13:39 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37072
On time
13:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
13:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36718
On time
13:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
14:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37078
On time
13:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
14:22 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07311
On time
13:47 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
14:22 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37206
On time
13:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
14:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37084
On time
14:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
14:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07316
On time
14:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
14:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36728
On time
14:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
15:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37090
On time
14:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
15:22 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07319
On time
14:47 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
15:22 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37208
On time
14:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
15:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37096
On time
15:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h47
15:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07320
On time
15:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
15:52 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY36738
On time
15:21 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
16:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayY07323
On time
15:47 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h35
16:22 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
assertis_metroLuton Dart+thameslinkY37210
On time
15:51 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h46
16:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change

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Journey information

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

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Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 34m.

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 £9
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
37m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
34m
First train
05:17
Last train
22:07
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 £9

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between London Luton Airport (LUA) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

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 Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£9
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
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

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 Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
£15
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

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

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

FAQs
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by coach, costing approximately £9.
The train distance from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 42 km.
Booking trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The last train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) departs at 22:07.
The train journey from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 12 per day.
The first train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 5:17.
There is no night train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
To get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Kings Cross (KGX), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Luton Airport (LUA) and London Kings Cross (KGX)

London
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
  • Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
  • Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
  • Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
  • Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
  • Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
  • Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
  • Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
  • Metro: N/A

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