London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train with Thameslink

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

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

59 m

Average duration

1 h

Trains per day

2

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

Of the 2 trains that leave London Luton Airport (LUA) for London Liverpool Street (LST) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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
07:351h01
London Luton Airport (LUA)
08:36London Liverpool Street (LST)
£301One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
07:050h59
London Luton Airport (LUA)
08:04London Liverpool Street (LST)
£311One-way
0 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 prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 45 km

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£20

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1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 34m

Average total duration

2h 4m

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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 today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink07:05 London Luton Airport (LUA)
0h59
08:04 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
thameslink13:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h01
14:36 London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect

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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 11 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 13:35. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 59m.

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
42m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
59m
First train
07:05
Last train
13:35
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: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains 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 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
51m
Cheapest Price
£25
East Midlands Trains 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

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
59m
Cheapest Price
£20
Thameslink frequency
9 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 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 £30, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 59m. Trains run 11 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 7:05.
The last train from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) departs at 13:35.
Trains from London Luton Airport (LUA) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run approximately 11 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 59m, 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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