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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

1 h 9 m

Average duration

1 h 17 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) for London Paddington (PAD) 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 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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
08:131h09
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
09:22London Paddington (PAD)
£251One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
07:051h25
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
08:30London Paddington (PAD)
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 42 km

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£17

Average Price

£6

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1h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

45m

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Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

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Live departures

Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink07:05 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
1h25
08:30 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
thameslink08:13 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
1h09
09:22 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 53m.

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 £4
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
45m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
53m
First train
03:41
Last train
19:28
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 £4

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Paddington (PAD) from £4. 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
53m
Cheapest Price
£6
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
48m
Cheapest Price
£16
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: Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Luton Airport Parkway to London Paddington is feasible. The journey takes 53m with a train frequency of 12 times per day and covers a distance of 42 km.
To get from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The cheapest way to get from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD).
The train journey from Luton Airport Parkway to London Paddington is not considered particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas.
The train distance from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) is 42 km.
The train journey from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 12 per day.
The first train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 3:41.
The last train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) departs at 19:28.
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD).
There is no night train service from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD).

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Paddington (PAD)

Luton
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The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton Airport Parkway for your trip from Luton to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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