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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
37 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
38 m
Trains on 03 Sept
19
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 19 trains from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD), including 19 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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.
W455754:090h47Luton station (LUT)4:56Farringdon (ZFD)£121One-way0 changes- W455326:130h41Luton station (LUT)6:54Farringdon (ZFD)£161One-way0 changes
- W455208:430h41Luton station (LUT)9:24Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
- W329588:270h42Luton station (LUT)9:09Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
- W329497:570h42Luton station (LUT)8:39Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
- W455447:520h37Luton station (LUT)8:29Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
- W456107:370h37Luton station (LUT)8:14Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
- W456046:520h37Luton station (LUT)7:29Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
- W453856:020h37Luton station (LUT)6:39Farringdon (ZFD)£211One-way0 changes
- W455208:430h41Luton station (LUT)9:24Farringdon (ZFD)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 45 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD):
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Farringdon (ZFD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 48m.
The journey is about 32m faster (40m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly £87 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £97). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45383 | On time 14:59 Luton station (LUT) | 0h40 | 15:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45574 | On time 15:13 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 15:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10067 | On time 15:17 Luton station (LUT) | 0h49 | 16:06 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45379 | On time 15:29 Luton station (LUT) | 0h40 | 16:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45416 | On time 15:43 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 16:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10074 | On time 15:47 Luton station (LUT) | 0h49 | 16:36 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
| W45575 | 4:09 Luton station (LUT) | 0h47 | 4:56 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45385 | 6:02 Luton station (LUT) | 0h37 | 6:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45532 | 6:13 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 6:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10100 | 6:24 Luton station (LUT) | 0h42 | 7:06 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C22594 | 6:31 Luton station (LUT) | 0h50 | 7:21 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45418 | 6:43 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 7:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45604 | 6:52 Luton station (LUT) | 0h37 | 7:29 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C09965 | 7:31 Luton station (LUT) | 0h50 | 8:21 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45610 | 7:37 Luton station (LUT) | 0h37 | 8:14 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45542 | 7:43 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 8:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10033 | 7:47 Luton station (LUT) | 0h49 | 8:36 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45544 | 7:52 Luton station (LUT) | 0h37 | 8:29 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32949 | 7:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0h42 | 8:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10082 | 8:01 Luton station (LUT) | 0h50 | 8:51 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45524 | 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 8:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10019 | 8:17 Luton station (LUT) | 0h49 | 9:06 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32958 | 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0h42 | 9:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10096 | 8:31 Luton station (LUT) | 0h50 | 9:21 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45520 | 8:43 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 9:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD)
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Trains from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:41, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 40m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 0:41 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Luton station (LUT) and Farringdon (ZFD) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) 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 Farringdon (ZFD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Luton station (LUT) and Farringdon (ZFD)
Most Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) trains use the Luton to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton station (LUT) and Farringdon (ZFD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
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.
Getting to Farringdon from London city centre
Farringdon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Farringdon train station facilities and services
Farringdon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Farringdon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farringdon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farringdon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Farringdon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farringdon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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