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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to York
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to York will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
To travel from Luton to York you need to make at least one change.
G80205+
C042036:563h07Luton station (LUT)10:03York station (YRK)£1071One-way1 change- C04201+C02083 · G801716:243h27Luton station (LUT)9:51York station (YRK)£1381One-way2 changes
- C01971+
C226134:203h42Luton station (LUT)8:02York station (YRK)£1381One-way1 change - C02083+
G66987+C226015:564h37Luton station (LUT)10:33York station (YRK)£1381One-way2 changes - G80203+C042016:242h52Luton station (LUT)9:16York station (YRK)£1581One-way1 change
- G80203+C042016:242h52Luton station (LUT)9:16York station (YRK)£1581One-way1 change
- C02049+C041995:352h52Luton station (LUT)8:27York station (YRK)£1791One-way1 change
- G80205+C042036:563h07Luton station (LUT)10:03York station (YRK)£1071One-way1 change
- G80203+C226015:563h20Luton station (LUT)9:16York station (YRK)£1581One-way1 change
C00217+C225946:313h24Luton station (LUT)9:55York station (YRK)£1981One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to York
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to York 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 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 235 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£77 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to York trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01971+C22613 | 4:20 Luton station (LUT) | 3h42 | 8:02 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C04199+C02049 | 5:35 Luton station (LUT) | 2h52 | 8:27 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G80203+C22601 | 5:56 Luton station (LUT) | 3h20 | 9:16 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C02083+C22601+G66987 | 5:56 Luton station (LUT) | 4h37 | 10:33 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
C41847 · W70845 · C21767+ G89685 | 6:10 Luton station (LUT) | 3h53 | 10:03 York station (YRK) | 4 changes | |
| C04201+G80203 | 6:24 Luton station (LUT) | 2h52 | 9:16 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C04201+C02083 · G80171 | 6:24 Luton station (LUT) | 3h27 | 9:51 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C00217+C22594 | 6:31 Luton station (LUT) | 3h24 | 9:55 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C41851 · W70847 · W70945+G00738 | 6:46 Luton station (LUT) | 3h34 | 10:20 York station (YRK) | 3 changes | |
| C04203+G80205 | 6:56 Luton station (LUT) | 3h07 | 10:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, east_midlands_trains from Luton to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and York 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and York
Most Luton to York trains use the Luton to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to York 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 York station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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