The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to London Stansted Airport will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Luton for London Stansted Airport 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 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
12:561h59Luton14:55London Stansted Airport£181One-way0 changes
8:131h54Luton10:07London Stansted Airport£281One-way0 changes
15:431h59Luton17:42London Stansted Airport£351One-way0 changes
8:291h54Luton10:23London Stansted Airport£471One-way0 changes
9:291h54Luton11:23London Stansted Airport£481One-way0 changes
9:291h54Luton11:23London Stansted Airport£481One-way0 changes
8:291h54Luton10:23London Stansted Airport£471One-way0 changes
8:131h54Luton10:07London Stansted Airport£281One-way0 changes
12:561h59Luton14:55London Stansted Airport£181One-way0 changes
15:431h59Luton17:42London Stansted Airport£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 47 km
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£36 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C22671+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66296 | On time 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 2h10 | 10:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
X10215+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66310 | On time 8:42 Luton station (LUT) | 2h13 | 10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
C02759+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66325 | On time 8:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2h13 | 11:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
X74729+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66340 | On time 9:13 Luton station (LUT) | 2h10 | 11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W45505+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66356 | On time 9:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h08 | 11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Luton to London Stansted Airport by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Luton to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 15:43. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 6:29 |
Last train 15:43 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Thameslink from Luton to London Stansted Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton and London Stansted Airport from £18. 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 London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and London Stansted Airport
Most Luton to London Stansted Airport trains use the Luton to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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