Luton to Totnes train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Totnes

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£76

Average price

£76

Fastest journey

4 h 59 m

Average duration

4 h 59 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

279 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Totnes will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Luton for Totnes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 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.

Great Western Rail
07:474h59
Luton
12:46Totnes
£761One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Luton to Totnes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Totnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £146.

Distance: 279 km

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£149

Average Price

£54

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4h 15m

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3h 45m

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7h 45m

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Live departures

Luton to Totnes train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Totnes trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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great_western11:46 Luton
4h00
15:46 Totnes0 changesdirect
great_western21:29 Luton
8h01
05:30 Totnes0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Totnes

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Trains from Luton to Totnes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £146 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 4h 2m.

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 £51
Distance
279 km
Average train duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£146
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 2m
First train
00:22
Last train
23:45
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 £51

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Luton to Totnes trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Luton and Totnes from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£76
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Luton to Totnes train

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

FAQs
To fully explore Totnes and its unique charm, plan to spend about two to three days. This allows time to visit the historic Totnes Castle, explore the independent shops on High Street, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding countryside.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Totnes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £146, while the average price tends to be around £149.
Booking trains from Luton to Totnes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Totnes is by coach, costing approximately £51.
The train distance from Luton to Totnes is 279 km.
The train journey from Luton to Totnes covers a distance of 279 km and takes approximately 4h 2m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Luton that goes to Totnes is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Totnes station (TOT).
The last train from Luton to Totnes departs at 23:45.
The first train from Luton to Totnes leaves at 0:22.
There is no night train service from Luton to Totnes.
Trains from Luton to Totnes run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Totnes.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Totnes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Totnes.
To get from Luton to Totnes, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Luton to Totnes passes through picturesque countryside, offering views of rolling hills and charming villages, especially as it travels through the South West of England.
A day trip from Luton to Totnes is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 2m. The distance is 279 km, with a frequency of 5 trains per day.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Totnes

Luton
Totnes
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 Totnes.
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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