- Recommended
University of Nottingham Museum
University museum with natural history, archaeology and art collections, suitable for a short cultural visit near Beeston.
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Overview: Train from Luton to Beeston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Beeston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:13, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 21m.
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 £12
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 2:13 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
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 £12
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Luton to Beeston trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Luton and Beeston from £12. 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
1h 21m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£67
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
Complete guide to Beeston
Things to do in Beeston
Discover the best of Beeston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Beeston trip today.
- Recommended
Nottingham Industrial Museum
Local industrial museum telling the story of bicycles, transport and manufacturing linked to the wider Nottingham area.
- Recommended
Djanogly Gallery
Contemporary art venue and museum spaces at Lakeside Arts, hosting changing exhibitions, crafts and family-friendly displays.
- Must visit
Highfields Park
Large parkland with lakes, paths, boating and formal landscaping beside the university, popular for walks and relaxed afternoons.
- Must visit
Attenborough Nature Reserve
Riverside nature area with wetlands, birdlife and level paths, offering a quieter outdoor escape close to the town.
- Recommended
Beeston Square
Beeston's central public space with shops, seating and events, useful as a starting point for exploring the town centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a rich blue cheese made in the East Midlands. It is a classic regional product often served with crackers, bread or in sauces.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a nutty, firm orange cheese long associated with the wider Midlands. It is a traditional table cheese and common in local lunches.
Pork pie
Pork pie is a cold raised pastry pie filled with seasoned pork and jelly. It is a famous Midlands snack linked strongly with nearby Melton Mowbray.
Cartwheel Cafe and Rostillery
Well-liked neighbourhood café and deli for brunch, sandwiches, coffee and homemade cakes in a friendly daytime atmosphere.
Essen
Established Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a lively, polished dining room.
Bristo
Smart local restaurant focused on Indian and Bangladeshi dishes, with curries, tandoori plates and attentive service.
Pound sterling (£)
Beeston is moderate for the UK: dining and coffee are fairly priced, local buses and trams are reasonable, and accommodation is usually cheaper than central London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £6.90
To the city centre
Beeston Station -> Nottingham Station
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- Contactless works on Nottingham City Transport buses, with daily caps applied when you use the same card or device all day.
- For the quickest trip into Nottingham city centre, take an East Midlands Railway train from Beeston Station to Nottingham Station.
FAQs: Luton to Beeston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Beeston 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 Beeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Beeston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £117.
The train journey from Luton to Beeston covers a distance of 128 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Luton to Beeston is 128 km.
The first train from Luton to Beeston leaves at 2:13.
The last train from Luton to Beeston departs at 23:46.
Trains from Luton to Beeston run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Luton to Beeston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Beeston.
There is no night train service from Luton to Beeston.
Booking trains from Luton to Beeston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Luton to Beeston offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the English countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills and charming villages, although much of the route is suburban and urban.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Beeston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Beeston
Most Luton to Beeston trains use the Luton to Beeston station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Beeston 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 Beeston
Luton DART ParkwayLuton LU2 0HB, UK
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
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.
Which Beeston station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Trains from Luton to Beeston arrive at Beeston. Beeston is from Beeston city centre.
BeestonBeeston station, Station Road, Beeston, Nottinghamshire, NG9 2AB
City-centre transport
Getting to Beeston from Beeston city centre
TrainEdinburgh - Plymouth, Newcastle - Plymouth, Edinburgh - Bristol Temple Meads, Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central - Plymouth, Aberdeen - Plymouth, Leeds - Plymouth, York - Plymouth, Leeds - Reading, Edinburgh - Cardiff Central, Edinburgh - Penzance, Newcastle - Birmingham New Street, Newcastle - Bristol Temple Meads, Leeds - Birmingham New Street, Newcastle - Penzance, Leeds - Bristol Temple Meads, Dundee - Plymouth · 2h 33m · £54 · every ~2 min
Leeds - Nottingham, Carlisle - Nottingham · 3h 16m · £39 · every ~2 min
BusUkn11, Uk905 · 3h 20m · £9 · every ~2 min
240, 183, 180, 465, 195, 133 · 4h 32m · every ~2 min
Beeston train station facilities and services
Beeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Beeston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Beeston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Beeston: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Beeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Beeston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. There is step-free access to the station, ticket office and platform 1 (northbound platform towards Nottingham). There is no step-free access to platform 2 (southbound platform towards London). This platform is accessed via a footbridge. For customers who are unable to use the footbridge, ie wheelchair customers, please contact EMR on 08457 125 678 and select option 3 - Assisted Travel - so that taxi arrangements can be made. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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