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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Lichfield
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
131 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Lichfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Lichfield will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Fast trains
To travel from Luton to Lichfield you need to make at least 3 changes.
C51877 · C52158+
C75393+
W0552108:403h01
Luton station (LUT)11:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
4 changes
C52613 · Y12201+C75395+P0569809:403h06
Luton station (LUT)12:46Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
3 changes
C51877 · C52158+C75393+P0569208:403h06
Luton station (LUT)11:46Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
3 changes
C52613 · Y12201+C75395+W0552609:403h01
Luton station (LUT)12:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
4 changes
C51470+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
W03089+P0562109:562h45
Luton station (LUT)12:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£691One-way
3 changes
C51470+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W03089+P0562109:562h45
Luton station (LUT)12:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£691One-way
3 changes
Y12318+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W02665+P0561708:562h45
Luton station (LUT)11:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£691One-way
3 changes
C51877 · C52158+C75393+W0552108:403h01
Luton station (LUT)11:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
4 changes
C52613 · Y12201+C75395+W0552609:403h01
Luton station (LUT)12:41Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
4 changes
C52613 · Y12201+C75395+P0569809:403h06
Luton station (LUT)12:46Lichfield City (LIC)
£451One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Lichfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Lichfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 131 km
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£45 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Lichfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Lichfield trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 19:50
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C51877 · C52158+C75393+W05521 | On time 08:40 Luton station (LUT) | 3h01 | 11:41 Lichfield City (LIC) | 4 changes | |
| C51877 · C52158+C75393+P05692 | On time 08:40 Luton station (LUT) | 3h06 | 11:46 Lichfield City (LIC) | 3 changes | |
| Y12318+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W02665+P05617 | 08:56 Luton station (LUT) | 2h45 | 11:41 Lichfield City (LIC) | 3 changes | |
| C52613 · Y12201+C75395+P05698 | On time 09:40 Luton station (LUT) | 3h06 | 12:46 Lichfield City (LIC) | 3 changes | |
| C52613 · Y12201+C75395+W05526 | On time 09:40 Luton station (LUT) | 3h01 | 12:41 Lichfield City (LIC) | 4 changes | |
| C51470+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W03089+P05621 | 09:56 Luton station (LUT) | 2h45 | 12:41 Lichfield City (LIC) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Lichfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Lichfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 3h 1m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 21:46 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Lichfield trainsEast Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Lichfield from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£45
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£94
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
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 Duration
2h 11m
Thameslink frequency
5 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
£135
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Luton to Lichfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Lichfield 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 Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Lichfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Luton to Lichfield covers a distance of 131 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Luton to Lichfield is 131 km.
The first train from Luton to Lichfield leaves at 4:50.
The last train from Luton to Lichfield departs at 21:46.
Trains from Luton to Lichfield run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Luton to Lichfield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Lichfield.
To get from Luton to Lichfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Luton to Lichfield.
The train station in Luton that goes to Lichfield is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Lichfield City (LIC).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Lichfield is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Luton to Lichfield 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 Lichfield offers a mix of urban and rural views. Travellers can enjoy glimpses of the English countryside interspersed with urban landscapes, providing a pleasant, though not exceptionally scenic, experience.
A day trip from Luton to Lichfield is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 1m. The distance is 131 km. There are 5 train trips per day.
A two-day visit to Lichfield is ideal to explore its main attractions, including Lichfield Cathedral, Beacon Park, and Samuel Johnson's Birthplace Museum, allowing for a relaxed pace.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Lichfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Lichfield
Luton
Lichfield
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Lichfield.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Lichfield is Lichfield City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lichfield City for your journey to Lichfield from Luton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1 and 2. These toilets are currently unavailable due to an ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour & vandalism.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Lichfield City
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. An entrance key can be requested from staff. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Lichfield Trent Valley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
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