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C100548:472h22Luton station (LUT)11:09Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way0 changes- C100399:172h22Luton station (LUT)11:39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way0 changes
- C100198:172h22Luton station (LUT)10:39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way0 changes
- W32966+
P851219:291h36Luton station (LUT)11:05Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way1 change - W32951+P853288:591h36Luton station (LUT)10:35Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way1 change
- W32966+P851219:291h36Luton station (LUT)11:05Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way1 change
- W32951+P853288:591h36Luton station (LUT)10:35Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way1 change
- W32958+P851138:271h38Luton station (LUT)10:05Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way1 change
- C100548:472h22Luton station (LUT)11:09Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way0 changes
- C100399:172h22Luton station (LUT)11:39Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Gillingham
The cheapest option from Luton to Gillingham is coach, with an average price of £21. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Luton to Gillingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 86 km
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2h 23m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Gillingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Gillingham trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C10019 | 8:17 Luton station (LUT) | 2h22 | 10:39 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32958+P85113 | 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h38 | 10:05 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 1 change | |
| C10054 | 8:47 Luton station (LUT) | 2h22 | 11:09 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32951+P85328 | 8:59 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 10:35 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 1 change | |
| C10039 | 9:17 Luton station (LUT) | 2h22 | 11:39 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32966+P85121 | 9:29 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 11:05 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Gillingham
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Luton to Gillingham, including 2 direct trains, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Lowest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Gillingham trainsThameslink, Southeastern, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Gillingham from £14. 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 to Gillingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Gillingham 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 Gillingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Gillingham
Most Luton to Gillingham trains use the Luton to Gillingham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Gillingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Gillingham leave from?
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 Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to 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.
Which Gillingham station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Gillingham (Kent) from Gillingham city centre
Gillingham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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