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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Solihull

Showing times and prices for 25 Dec

Cheapest price

£52

Average price

£70

Fastest journey

3 h 13 m

Average duration

3 h 41 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

110 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Solihull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Solihull will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Luton for Solihull every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.

Avanti West Coast
03:204h04
Luton
07:24Solihull
£521One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
10:563h13
Luton
14:09Solihull
£701One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
03:503h49
Luton
07:39Solihull
£781One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:013h38
Luton
10:39Solihull
£821One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton to Solihull

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Solihull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £38.

Distance: 110 km

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Coach

£61

Average Price

£18

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Cheapest

4h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

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30m

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Live departures

Luton to Solihull train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Solihull trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 18:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast03:20 Luton
4h04
07:24 Solihull0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast03:50 Luton
3h49
07:39 Solihull0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast07:01 Luton
3h38
10:39 Solihull0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast10:56 Luton
3h13
14:09 Solihull0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Solihull

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Trains from Luton to Solihull run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 3h 14m.

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 £15
Distance
110 km
Average train duration
4h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 14m
First train
04:09
Last train
22:24
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 £15

Train companies: east_midlands_trains, Thameslink from Luton to Solihull trainseast_midlands_trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton and Solihull from £15. 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
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
£150
Thameslink frequency
1 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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
£95
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Luton to Solihull train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Solihull 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 Solihull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
For a comprehensive visit to Solihull, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore local attractions like the Touchwood Shopping Centre, Brueton Park, and the historic town centre.
To get from Luton to Solihull, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Luton to Solihull is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 14m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the 110 km.
Booking trains from Luton to Solihull in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Solihull can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Luton to Solihull travels through a mix of urban landscapes and countryside, offering views of towns and green fields typical of the English Midlands, but it is not particularly known for being exceptionally scenic.
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Solihull is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train station in Luton that goes to Solihull is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Solihull station (SOL).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Solihull.
The train distance from Luton to Solihull is 110 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Solihull.
The train journey from Luton to Solihull covers a distance of 110 km and takes approximately 3h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Luton to Solihull leaves at 4:09.
The last train from Luton to Solihull departs at 22:24.
Trains from Luton to Solihull run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Solihull.
There is no night train service from Luton to Solihull.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Solihull

Luton
Solihull
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 Solihull.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front and rear entrances
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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