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Shakespeare's Birthplace
Interactive museum inside Shakespeare's childhood home, exploring his family, writing, and Stratford background.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£16
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£25
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
49 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
54 m
Trains on 20 Oct
47
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Stratford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Luton to Stratford you need to make at least one change.
C04199+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C04203+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C04208+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C04201+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)
C09965+
G58796
C04212+
P85902
C04203+
P85628
W45604+
C37979
W45610+
C38053
W45544+
C38074Trains from Luton to Stratford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 31m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Stratford trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C22639+ C37846 | On time 22:54 Luton station (LUT) | 1h16 | 0:10 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45642+ P85746 | 23:11 Luton station (LUT) | 1h08 | 0:19 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
W45642+ C37856 | 23:11 Luton station (LUT) | 1h15 | 0:26 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04285+ P76734 | On time 23:22 Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 0:58 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
W45623+ P02948 | 3:41 Luton station (LUT) | 1h49 | 5:30 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W32981+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 4:34 Luton station (LUT) | 1h34 | 6:08 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C22620+ C37848 | 4:50 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 6:11 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45560+ G61670 | 5:08 Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 6:40 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45560+ C37857 | 5:08 Luton station (LUT) | 1h11 | 6:19 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C22625+ C37882 | 5:20 Luton station (LUT) | 1h17 | 6:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04199+ C10078+ C37890 | 5:35 Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 6:42 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
C04199+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 5:35 Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 6:55 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45537+ G58739 | 5:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h17 | 7:00 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45537+ C37899 | 5:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h06 | 6:49 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C22601+ G07165 | 5:56 Luton station (LUT) | 1h33 | 7:29 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45385+ C37915 | 6:02 Luton station (LUT) | 0h59 | 7:01 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45532+ G58756 | 6:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 7:34 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45532+ C37932 | 6:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h00 | 7:13 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10100+ G58763 | 6:24 Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 7:44 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10100+ C37947 | 6:24 Luton station (LUT) | 1h01 | 7:25 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04201+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 6:24 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 7:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C22594+ P02527 | 6:31 Luton station (LUT) | 1h28 | 7:59 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45418+ G07174 | 6:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:04 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45418+ C37972 | 6:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h00 | 7:43 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45604+ C37979 | 6:52 Luton station (LUT) | 0h57 | 7:49 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10102+ C37987 | 6:56 Luton station (LUT) | 0h59 | 7:55 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04203+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 6:56 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:17 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04203+ P85628 | 6:56 Luton station (LUT) | 0h50 | 7:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
C10075+ G07180 | 7:01 Luton station (LUT) | 1h27 | 8:28 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10075+ C38012 | 7:01 Luton station (LUT) | 1h09 | 8:10 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45522+ G58786 | 7:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:34 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45522+ C38019 | 7:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h02 | 8:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10097+ P02528 | 7:17 Luton station (LUT) | 1h30 | 8:47 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45608+ C38027 | 7:22 Luton station (LUT) | 0h58 | 8:20 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04208+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London) | 7:26 Luton station (LUT) | 1h21 | 8:47 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45426+ P85107 | 7:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h00 | 8:27 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
W45426+ C38044 | 7:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h03 | 8:30 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C09965+ G58796 | 7:31 Luton station (LUT) | 1h28 | 8:59 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45610+ C38053 | 7:37 Luton station (LUT) | 0h58 | 8:35 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45542+ G07190 | 7:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 9:03 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45542+ C38066 | 7:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h02 | 8:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45544+ C38074 | 7:52 Luton station (LUT) | 0h58 | 8:50 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W32949+ P85322 | 7:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 9:02 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
W32949+ C38090 | 7:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1h03 | 9:00 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10082+ G07197 | 8:01 Luton station (LUT) | 1h27 | 9:28 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10082+ C38102 | 8:01 Luton station (LUT) | 1h09 | 9:10 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45524+ G58809 | 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h23 | 9:36 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W45524+ C38109 | 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h02 | 9:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10019+ G58814 | 8:17 Luton station (LUT) | 1h30 | 9:47 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C10019+ C38125 | 8:17 Luton station (LUT) | 1h08 | 9:25 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
C04212+ P85902 | 8:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0h49 | 9:14 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Interactive museum inside Shakespeare's childhood home, exploring his family, writing, and Stratford background.
Museum at Anne Hathaway's family cottage, with Tudor rooms and gardens that illuminate Shakespeare's early world.
Jacobean townhouse museum showing the life of Shakespeare's daughter Judith and 17th-century Stratford interiors.
Riverside public gardens with flower displays, paths, and open views beside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and several Shakespeare-related sights.
Pleasant riverside walking area linking parks, boat activity, and broad Avon views close to the town centre.
A flaky pastry pie filled with steak and kidney in rich gravy. A longstanding British pub classic often found on menus in Stratford.
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas. A staple British takeaway and pub meal widely loved across Stratford.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. This comforting dish is a traditional favourite in English pubs and homes.
Long-established restaurant and deli known for Italian dishes, coffee and relaxed dining near the town centre.
Stylish restaurant in a historic building serving modern British dishes and cocktails with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a historic timber-framed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels are often pricier in peak season, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Stratford trains use the Luton to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Stratford International. Use this guide to compare Luton and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: 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.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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