The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
5
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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Luton station (LUT) for Farringdon (ZFD) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.










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 prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 45 km
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£16 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:13 Luton station (LUT) | 0h41 | 05:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:17 Luton station (LUT) | 0h49 | 08:06 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:29 Luton station (LUT) | 0h40 | 14:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:08 Luton station (LUT) | 0h48 | 22:56 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Trains from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 40m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 18:43 |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from Luton station (LUT) to Farringdon (ZFD) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Metro: Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines

