The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Winchester
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Winchester will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Luton for Winchester every day 3 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 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
7:312h33Luton10:04Winchester£181One-way0 changes
7:592h33Luton10:32Winchester£271One-way0 changes
8:432h21Luton11:04Winchester£321One-way0 changes
8:432h21Luton11:04Winchester£321One-way0 changes
7:592h33Luton10:32Winchester£271One-way0 changes
7:312h33Luton10:04Winchester£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Winchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Winchester 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 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 110 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£27 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Winchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Winchester trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:43 Luton | 2h38 | 16:21 Winchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 7:31 Luton | 2h33 | 10:04 Winchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:59 Luton | 2h33 | 10:32 Winchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:43 Luton | 2h21 | 11:04 Winchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Winchester
Trains from Luton to Winchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 3:40 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth line from Luton to Winchester trainsSouth Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth line trains will get you between Luton and Winchester from £15. 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 Winchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Winchester
Most Luton to Winchester trains use the Luton to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Winchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Winchester leave from?
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.
Which Winchester station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Winchester from Winchester city centre
Winchester train station facilities and services
Winchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), 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.
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