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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for 03 Mar

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£52

Fastest journey

1 h 49 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Nottingham to London Luton Airport will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Nottingham for London Luton Airport 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 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.

East Midlands Trains
09:121h57
Nottingham
11:09London Luton Airport
£381One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:121h57
Nottingham
12:09London Luton Airport
£501One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
09:111h58
Nottingham
11:09London Luton Airport
£501One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:501h49
Nottingham
12:39London Luton Airport
£681One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Nottingham to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to London Luton Airport 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 130 km

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Coach

£53

Average Price

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

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30m

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East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

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Direct Options

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Live departures

Nottingham to London Luton Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to London Luton Airport trains for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railwayC51636 · C52524+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
11:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h49
13:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51642 · C51429+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
12:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
14:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51570 · C52498+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
12:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h49
14:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51553 · C52404+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
13:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
15:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY12117 · C51469+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
13:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h49
15:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY12119 · C52417+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
14:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
16:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51551 · C52513+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
14:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h49
16:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51567 · C51476+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
15:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
17:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51554 · C52442+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
15:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h50
17:40 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY12135 · Y12328+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
16:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
18:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY12135 · Y12328+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
16:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
18:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY12125 · C51526+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
16:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h49
18:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51574 · C51509+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
17:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
19:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51653 · Y12330+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
17:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h47
19:37 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51552 · C51499+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
18:10 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h59
20:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY12129 · C52512+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
18:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h49
20:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayC51638 · C52465+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
19:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
1h57
21:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
Tuesday 3 March
east_midlands_railway09:11 Nottingham
1h58
11:09 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway09:12 Nottingham
1h57
11:09 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway10:12 Nottingham
1h57
12:09 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway10:50 Nottingham
1h49
12:39 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to London Luton Airport

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Trains from Nottingham to London Luton Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 12:09. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 40m.

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
130 km
Average train duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
08:12
Last train
12:09
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 from Nottingham to London Luton Airport trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and London Luton Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£25
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Nottingham to London Luton Airport train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The train journey from Nottingham to London Luton Airport covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 1h 40m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to London Luton Airport is 130 km.
The first train from Nottingham to London Luton Airport leaves at 8:12.
The last train from Nottingham to London Luton Airport departs at 12:09.
Trains from Nottingham to London Luton Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to London Luton Airport.
To get from Nottingham to London Luton Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to London Luton Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to London Luton Airport is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Nottingham to London Luton Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nottingham to London Luton Airport offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the English countryside, including fields and small villages, particularly between urban areas, but it is not renowned for being notably scenic compared to routes in more picturesque regions.
A day trip from Nottingham to London Luton Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 40m. Trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 130 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to London Luton Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and London Luton Airport

Nottingham
London
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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