London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£30

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£30

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

59 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h

Trains on 17 Sept

6

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 Liverpool Street (LST) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • ThameslinkW32958+Elizabeth lineC37745+MetroLuton Dart
    8:191h01
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    9:20London Liverpool Street (LST)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04212+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street+MetroLuton Dart
    8:171h00
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    9:17London Liverpool Street (LST)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkW45520+Elizabeth lineC38144+MetroLuton Dart
    8:351h00
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    9:35London Liverpool Street (LST)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkW45524+Elizabeth lineC37719+MetroLuton Dart
    8:050h59
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    9:04London Liverpool Street (LST)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkC10096+MetroLuton Dart+Elizabeth lineC37761
    8:231h09
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    9:32London Liverpool Street (LST)
    £301One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 45 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£20

Average Price

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is a coach with an average price of £21.

This is compared to other travel options from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST):

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) costing on average £29.

The fastest way to travel from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is by train with an average journey time of 47m.

Other travel options to London Liverpool Street (LST) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 9m.

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

The journey is about 32m faster (47m by train vs 1h 19m by car) and roughly £13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£29 vs £42). 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 Liverpool Street (LST) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45524+Elizabeth lineC37719+MetroLuton Dart8:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
9:04 London Liverpool Street (LST)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04212+MetroLuton Dart+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street8:17 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h00
9:17 London Liverpool Street (LST)2 changes
ThameslinkW32958+Elizabeth lineC37745+MetroLuton Dart8:19 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h01
9:20 London Liverpool Street (LST)2 changes
ThameslinkC10096+MetroLuton Dart+Elizabeth lineC377618:23 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h09
9:32 London Liverpool Street (LST)2 changes
ThameslinkW45520+Elizabeth lineC38144+MetroLuton Dart8:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h00
9:35 London Liverpool Street (LST)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04215+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street+MetroLuton Dart8:47 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h00
9:47 London Liverpool Street (LST)2 changes

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East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink offer trains services from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
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  • 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 Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
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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 Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST)

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Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 07:18. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 38m.

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 £13
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
38m
First train
6:59
Last train
7:18
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £13

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between London Luton Airport (LUA) and London Liverpool Street (LST) from £13. 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
38m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£14
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 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
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
44m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£22
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
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is 45 km.
The first train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) leaves at 6:59.
The last train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) departs at 7:18.
Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run approximately 13 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
To get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 Liverpool Street is primarily functional rather than scenic, passing through urban and suburban areas. While it offers glimpses of English countryside and the outskirts of London, it's more about convenience than picturesque views.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Luton Airport to London Liverpool Street. The journey takes 38m, covers a distance of 45 km, and there are 11 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST).

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