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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Richmond
Showing times and prices for 25 Jun
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
77
Distance
47 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Richmond is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Richmond will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
To travel from Luton to Richmond you need to make at least one change.
W45545+
C1117710:131h20Luton station (LUT)11:33Richmond station (RMD)£141One-way1 change- C10072+G6163112:471h32Luton station (LUT)14:19Richmond station (RMD)£141One-way1 change
- W45561+G6163313:131h20Luton station (LUT)14:33Richmond station (RMD)£141One-way1 change
- C10061+G5911511:471h32Luton station (LUT)13:19Richmond station (RMD)£141One-way1 change
- C10024+G5910310:471h33Luton station (LUT)12:20Richmond station (RMD)£141One-way1 change
- W45418+G590056:431h13Luton station (LUT)7:56Richmond station (RMD)£251One-way1 change
- G61664+W4541615:431h13Luton station (LUT)16:56Richmond station (RMD)£251One-way1 change
- W45570+G5875916:431h14Luton station (LUT)17:57Richmond station (RMD)£251One-way1 change
- W45598+C1112217:431h14Luton station (LUT)18:57Richmond station (RMD)£251One-way1 change
- W45537+G589765:431h14Luton station (LUT)6:57Richmond station (RMD)£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Richmond
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Richmond among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 47 km
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£18 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Richmond train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Richmond trains for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45532+C11159 | On time 6:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 7:34 Richmond station (RMD) | 1 change | |
| W45418+G59005 | On time 6:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h15 | 7:58 Richmond station (RMD) | 1 change | |
| C10075+G59015 | On time 7:01 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:22 Richmond station (RMD) | 1 change | |
| W45522+G59019 | On time 7:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 8:33 Richmond station (RMD) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 25 June | |||||
W45586+ L85007+ C83032 | 2:41 Luton station (LUT) | 2h40 | 5:21 Richmond station (RMD) | 2 changes | |
| W45584+L80572+G26379 | 3:41 Luton station (LUT) | 2h25 | 6:06 Richmond station (RMD) | 2 changes | |
| W45575+L82277+G26629 | 4:09 Luton station (LUT) | 2h09 | 6:18 Richmond station (RMD) | 2 changes | |
W32981+L80577+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Vauxhall | 4:38 Luton station (LUT) | 1h58 | 6:36 Richmond station (RMD) | 2 changes | |
| C22625+C11156 | 5:20 Luton station (LUT) | 1h28 | 6:48 Richmond station (RMD) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Richmond?
The best time to book your train from Luton to Richmond is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Richmond route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Richmond per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Luton to Richmond.
Trains
from £26Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Richmond
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Richmond run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 12m.
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 £4
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 £4
Train companies: Thameslink, London Overground, London Underground from Luton to Richmond trainsThameslink, London Overground, London Underground trains will get you between Luton and Richmond from £4. 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 Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£14
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
London Overground
About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£13
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger
London Underground
About
The London Underground, affectionately known as \the Tube,\" is the world's oldest underground railway system, opening in 1863. It's a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties, with 11 lines and 272 stations across 402 km of track. The network is divided into nine zones, with fares varying by distance, time of day, and payment method, with Oyster cards or contactless payments being the cheapest.The London Underground utilizes two main types of trains: \"Tube trains\" for deep, narrow tunnels and \"Sub-surface trains\" for wider, shallower tunnels. While initially steam-powered, all passenger trains have been electric multiple units since the early 1900s. The Victoria Line was the first automatic passenger railway in the world, and other lines now also use Automatic Train Operation (ATO)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Any bag larger than 90cm long by 75cm wide is not allowed on board. All items must fit within the space beneath a passenger's feet or between their legs while seated.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be brought as long as you can carry it yourself and it is not more than 2 meters long.
Refund
You can claim a refund if you've been delayed on the London Underground for over 15 minutes if the circumstances are within TfL's control.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and priority seats are available for those who need them.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Passengers are generally allowed to eat and drink on the London Underground, but open alcohol containers are not permitted. It is considered courteous to avoid overly smelly or messy food.
Accessibility
More than 90 Tube stations offer step-free access from the street to the platform, and all DLR stations are step free. Boarding ramps and raised platform humps are available at stations to allow access to the train where level access is not provided. All stations have tactile platform strips, audiovisual passenger information, wide ticket gates, clear signage and help points with hearing loops.
Pets
Dogs and other inoffensive animals are allowed, provided they are under control on a lead or in a suitable carrier and do not occupy seats.
FAQs: Luton to Richmond train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Richmond can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Luton to Richmond covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Luton to Richmond is 47 km.
The first train from Luton to Richmond leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Luton to Richmond departs at 23:28.
Trains from Luton to Richmond run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Richmond.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Richmond.
To get from Luton to Richmond, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Luton to Richmond.
The train station in Luton that goes to Richmond is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Richmond station (RMD).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Richmond is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Luton to Richmond 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 Richmond offers a mix of urban and suburban scenery. As you travel, you may see views of the rolling countryside and glimpses of the Thames as you approach Richmond, especially during the latter part of the trip.
Yes, a day trip from Luton to Richmond is feasible with a journey time of 1h 12m each way and a distance of 47 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
To fully explore Richmond's historic sites, museums, and parks, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Richmond.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Richmond
Luton
Richmond
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 Richmond.
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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- 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 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Richmond is Richmond. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Richmond for your journey to Richmond from Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:45 Saturday 06:15 - 21:45 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the platform level Concourse area. The National key toilets are located at the platform level Concourse area; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle stands located in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Richmond
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Opposite station on Kew Road (A307) bus stop Z
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating is available
Public transport options for North Sheen
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Richmond: Lower Mortlake Road (A316) Bus Stop SM To Barnes: Manor Road (B353) Bus Stop SC
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