The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Greenford
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 34 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Greenford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Greenford will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Luton to Greenford you need to make at least 2 changes.
W32981+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
L37434 · L380884:382h57Luton station (LUT)7:35Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way4 changes
C22613+
L37434+
Tube from South Ruislip to Greenford4:202h47Luton station (LUT)7:07Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way2 changes
C22620+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
L37478 · L380334:505h53Luton station (LUT)10:43Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way4 changes
W45575+
L37353+
Tube from South Ruislip to Greenford4:092h31Luton station (LUT)6:40Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way2 changes
C22620+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
C29757 · L380884:502h45Luton station (LUT)7:35Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way4 changes
C22620+
Y80389+
C373104:501h50Luton station (LUT)6:40Greenford station (GFD)£281One-way2 changes
W45575+
L37353+
Tube from South Ruislip to Greenford4:092h31Luton station (LUT)6:40Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way2 changes
C22620+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
C29757 · L380884:502h45Luton station (LUT)7:35Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way4 changes
C22613+
L37434+
Tube from South Ruislip to Greenford4:202h47Luton station (LUT)7:07Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way2 changes
W32981+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
L37434 · L380884:382h57Luton station (LUT)7:35Greenford station (GFD)£271One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Greenford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Greenford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Greenford:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Greenford costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Greenford take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 33m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.76. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Luton to Greenford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Greenford trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45575+ L37353+ Tube from South Ruislip to Greenford | 4:09 Luton station (LUT) | 2h31 | 6:40 Greenford station (GFD) | 2 changes | |
C22613+ L37434+ Tube from South Ruislip to Greenford | 4:20 Luton station (LUT) | 2h47 | 7:07 Greenford station (GFD) | 2 changes | |
W32981+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+ L37434 · L38088 | 4:38 Luton station (LUT) | 2h57 | 7:35 Greenford station (GFD) | 4 changes | |
C22620+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+ L37478 · L38033 | 4:50 Luton station (LUT) | 5h53 | 10:43 Greenford station (GFD) | 4 changes | |
C22620+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+ C29757 · L38088 | 4:50 Luton station (LUT) | 2h45 | 7:35 Greenford station (GFD) | 4 changes | |
C22620+ C37310+ Y80389 | 4:50 Luton station (LUT) | 1h50 | 6:40 Greenford station (GFD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Greenford
Trains from Luton to Greenford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Thameslink from Luton to Greenford trainsThameslink trains will get you between Luton and Greenford from £7. 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 Greenford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Greenford 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 Greenford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Greenford
Most Luton to Greenford trains use the London Luton Airport to Greenford station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Greenford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Which Greenford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Greenford from Greenford city centre
Greenford is 1 km from Greenford city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenford train station facilities and services
Greenford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Greenford.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Greenford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms via a lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 a limited range of tickets. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, staff will endeavour to provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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