Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£25

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£34

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 32 m

Trains on 18 Sept

2

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.

  • Thameslink
    14:471h34
    Luton station (LUT)
    16:21London Heathrow Airport
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands Railway
    11:251h30
    Luton station (LUT)
    12:55London Heathrow Airport
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £49.

Distance: 46 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£49

Average Price

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£23

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton station (LUT) and London Heathrow Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-25.99. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 54m 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 station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkC10054+Elizabeth lineC36923
On time
8:47 Luton station (LUT)
1h35
10:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 change
ThameslinkW32951+Elizabeth lineC37315
On time
8:59 Luton station (LUT)
1h37
10:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport by train or coach

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Why should you book Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink or Elizabeth line offer trains services from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Elizabeth line to find the best option for your trip from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Elizabeth line to find the best option for your trip from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 12:56, the last at 12:56. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 56m.

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 £7
Distance
46 km
Average train duration
1h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
17
Fastest train
56m
First train
12:56
Last train
12:56
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £7

Train companies: Thameslink from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport trainsThameslink trains will get you between Luton station (LUT) and London Heathrow Airport from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Thameslink Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£22
Thameslink frequency
50 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
Family area

FAQs: Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 46 km and takes approximately 56m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport is 46 km.
The first train from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 12:56.
The last train from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport departs at 12:56.
Trains from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 17 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport is primarily urban, passing through suburban areas and parts of London, and is not typically considered scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Luton to London Heathrow Airport is feasible, as the journey takes 56m and covers 46 km. There are 19 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton station (LUT) and London Heathrow Airport

Most Luton station (LUT) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Luton to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton station (LUT) and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Luton
Arrival train stations in London
LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LTWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

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.

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