Luton to Borehamwood train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Borehamwood

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£7

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£7

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

23 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

23 m

Trains on 19 Sept

6

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Borehamwood will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

On Sat 19 Sept, we found 6 trains from Luton to Borehamwood, including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .

The slowest trains will take 24 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.

  • ThameslinkW27688
    4:500h24
    Luton station (LUT)
    5:14Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW27689
    4:200h24
    Luton station (LUT)
    4:44Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45519
    2:410h23
    Luton station (LUT)
    3:04Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45512
    1:410h23
    Luton station (LUT)
    2:04Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45516
    3:410h23
    Luton station (LUT)
    4:04Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Luton to Borehamwood

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Borehamwood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 27 km

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Driving

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

52m

Average total duration

Fastest

22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Thameslink

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Borehamwood is a train with an average price of £14.
The fastest way to travel from Luton to Borehamwood is by train with an average journey time of 22m.

Other travel options to Borehamwood take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 16m.

Yes, you can take a train between Luton and Borehamwood.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 17m sooner (22m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Thameslink.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Luton to Borehamwood train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Borehamwood trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45461
On time
0:41 Luton station (LUT)
0h23
1:04 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45512
On time
1:41 Luton station (LUT)
0h23
2:04 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45519
On time
2:41 Luton station (LUT)
0h23
3:04 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45516
On time
3:41 Luton station (LUT)
0h23
4:04 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW276894:20 Luton station (LUT)
0h24
4:44 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW276884:50 Luton station (LUT)
0h24
5:14 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Borehamwood

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Trains from Luton to Borehamwood run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 22m.

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
27 km
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
22m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
70 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

Train companies: Thameslink from Luton to Borehamwood trainsThameslink trains will get you between Luton and Borehamwood from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
22m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£14
Thameslink frequency
25 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

FAQs: Luton to Borehamwood train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Borehamwood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Luton to Borehamwood covers a distance of 27 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Luton to Borehamwood is 27 km.
The first train from Luton to Borehamwood leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Luton to Borehamwood departs at 23:56.
Trains from Luton to Borehamwood run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Borehamwood.
Yes, there is a direct train between Luton and Borehamwood. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To travel from Luton to Borehamwood, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Luton to Borehamwood.
The train station in Luton that goes to Borehamwood is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Borehamwood is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Luton to Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood is not particularly scenic, primarily passing through urban and suburban landscapes with occasional views of the countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Luton to Borehamwood is feasible as the journey takes just 22m with trains running 5 times per day. The distance is 27 km.
Borehamwood, being a small town, can be explored comfortably in one to two days. This allows time to visit local attractions like the Elstree Studios and enjoy nearby parks.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Borehamwood.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Borehamwood

Most Luton to Borehamwood trains use the Luton to Elstree & Borehamwood station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood

Which Luton station do trains to Borehamwood leave from?

Trains from Luton to Borehamwood 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.

Luton Airport ParkwayLuton Airport Parkway station, Parkway Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre

Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCorby - London St Pancras International, Sheffield - London St Pancras International, Nottingham - London St Pancras International, Kettering - London St Pancras International, Wellingborough - London St Pancras International, East Midlands Parkway - London St Pancras International · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
BusX4, X1, X2, Z, A, X3 · 5m · £4 · every ~41 min
612, X10 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
44, 45, 366 · 6m · £2 · every ~2 min
101, 100 · 10m · £4 · every ~7 min

Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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.

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