Luton to Barrow-in-Furness train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£116
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£212
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
4 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
4 h 11 m
Trains on 02 Nov
16
Distance
311 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness will cost around £212 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.

Fast trains

To travel from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Thameslink
    2 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    2 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    2 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    2 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness

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Take a train from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness and enjoy the approximately 311 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 19:45.

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
Distance
311 km
First train
4:58
Last train
19:45
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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

Frequently asked questions about your Luton to Barrow-in-Furness trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness.

The train distance from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness is 311 km.
The first train from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness leaves at 4:58.
The last train from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness departs at 19:45.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness.

Live departures

Luton to Barrow-in-Furness train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Barrow-in-Furness trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands Railways18:55 Luton
4h28
23:23 Barrow-in-furness2 changes
Thameslink20:59 Luton
11h39
8:38 Barrow-in-furness3 changes
East Midlands Railways22:42 Luton
8h01
6:43 Barrow-in-furness2 changes
Monday 2 November
Thameslink4:38 Luton
5h15
9:53 Barrow-in-furness2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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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
5h 15m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£116
Thameslink frequency
1 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
Family area

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
4h 7m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£102
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Luton and Barrow-in-Furness

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness.
There is no night train service from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness.

Complete guide to Barrow-in-Furness

Things to do in Barrow-in-Furness

Discover the best of Barrow-in-Furness — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barrow-in-Furness trip today.

  • Must visit

The Dock Museum

Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.

  • Recommended

The Forum

Arts venue with changing exhibitions, prints and community shows in a restored building close to the town centre.

  • Recommended

South Lakes Aviation Museum

Volunteer-run aviation museum featuring aircraft, engines and displays connected with local aviation heritage on Walney Island.

Pound sterling (£)

Generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities. Hotels, meals and local travel are fairly priced, though options are limited and peak dates can raise accommodation costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£35-60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares and small café bills if service is good.

Plan your visit to Barrow-in-Furness

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Barrow-in-Furness.

The train journey from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness offers scenic views primarily as it traverses the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District, with rolling hills and lush greenery providing a pleasant backdrop.

FAQs: Luton to Barrow-in-Furness train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Barrow-in-Furness

Most Luton to Barrow-in-Furness trains use the Luton to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Barrow-in-Furness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Luton
Arrival train stations in Barrow-in-Furness

Which Luton station do trains to Barrow-in-Furness leave from?

Trains from Luton to Barrow-in-Furness leave from Luton. The station is from Luton city centre at Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT.
LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LTWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Luton train station facilities and services

Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.

Train stations for Luton to Barrow-in-Furness

Check train stations information for Luton and Barrow-in-Furness, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Luton that goes to Barrow-in-Furness is Luton, and it arrives at Barrow-in-Furness.

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