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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport
Showing times and prices for 20 Aug
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
W45521+
Luton Dart+
C3797412:001h04London Paddington (PAD)13:04London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes- W32970+C37989+Luton Dart12:151h02London Paddington (PAD)13:17London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W32939+C37909+Luton Dart11:151h02London Paddington (PAD)12:17London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W45553+Luton Dart+C3789311:001h04London Paddington (PAD)12:04London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W45396+Luton Dart+C376298:041h03London Paddington (PAD)9:07London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W45606+Luton Dart+C376187:590h57London Paddington (PAD)8:56London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W32970+C37989+Luton Dart12:151h02London Paddington (PAD)13:17London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W32939+C37909+Luton Dart11:151h02London Paddington (PAD)12:17London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W32952+Luton Dart+C3795011:451h02London Paddington (PAD)12:47London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
- W45396+Luton Dart+C376298:041h03London Paddington (PAD)9:07London Luton Airport (LUA)£301One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 43 km
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£29 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45420+C37899+Luton Dart | Delayed 5:46 6:30London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 7:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W32941+Luton Dart+C37496 | Delayed 6:01 6:45London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 7:49 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45541+Luton Dart+C37939 | Delayed 6:16 7:00London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 8:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| C02767+C37543+Luton Dart | Delayed 6:31 7:15London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 8:19 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
 C41862+Luton Dart+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 6:49 7:19London Paddington (PAD) | 1h03 | 8:22 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45521+Luton Dart+C37974 | Delayed 11:16 12:00London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 13:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W32970+C37989+Luton Dart | Delayed 11:31 12:15London Paddington (PAD) | 1h02 | 13:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45565+C38015+Luton Dart | Delayed 11:46 12:30London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 13:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W32968+C38030+Luton Dart | Delayed 12:01 12:45London Paddington (PAD) | 1h02 | 13:47 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45534+C38054+Luton Dart | Delayed 12:17 13:00London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 14:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W32937+Luton Dart+C38069 | Delayed 12:31 13:15London Paddington (PAD) | 1h02 | 14:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45372+Luton Dart+C38091 | Delayed 12:46 13:30London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 14:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| C41899+Luton Dart+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 13:15 13:45London Paddington (PAD) | 1h03 | 14:48 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45536+C38126+Luton Dart | Delayed 13:16 14:00London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 15:04 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W32946+Luton Dart+C38139 | Delayed 13:31 14:15London Paddington (PAD) | 1h02 | 15:17 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W45573+C38161+Luton Dart | Delayed 13:46 14:30London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 15:34 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
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Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as East Midlands Railway offer trains services from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
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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 East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 33m.
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 £8
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £8
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and London Luton Airport from £8. 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 Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£16
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
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
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£20
Thameslink frequency
5 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport is 43 km.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport leaves at 4:42.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport departs at 22:58.
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
To get from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport 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 Paddington to London Luton Airport is primarily a suburban route and not typically considered scenic. It travels through urban and suburban landscapes rather than picturesque countryside.
Yes, a day trip from London Paddington to London Luton Airport is feasible with a journey time of 33m and a distance of 43 km. Trains run frequently with 7 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport.
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