- Must visit
Wardown House Museum and Gallery
Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
66
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
To travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton you need to make at least one change.
P85557+
W45553
P85531+
W45403
P85531+
W45403
P85544+
W45535
P85557+
W45553
P85535+
W45526
P85515+
G28272
P85535+
W45526
P85594+
W45573
P85515+
G28272The table below shows live departures for Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45403+ P85531 | 8:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h49 | 9:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45403+ P85531 | 8:12 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h45 | 9:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45413+ P85538 | 8:38 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h49 | 10:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45413+ P85538 | 8:42 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h45 | 10:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45535+ P85544 | 9:10 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 10:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45535+ P85544 | 9:14 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 10:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45375+ P85551 | 9:40 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 11:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45375+ P85551 | 9:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 11:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45553+ P85557 | 10:10 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 11:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45553+ P85557 | 10:14 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 11:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45548+ P85563 | 10:39 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h48 | 12:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45548+ P85563 | 10:43 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h44 | 12:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45521+ P85569 | 11:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h49 | 12:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45521+ P85569 | 11:11 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h46 | 12:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45565+ P85573 | 11:41 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h46 | 13:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45565+ P85573 | 11:45 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h42 | 13:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45534+ P85579 | 12:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h49 | 13:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45534+ P85579 | 12:11 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h46 | 13:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45372+ P85584 | 12:39 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h48 | 14:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45372+ P85584 | 12:43 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h44 | 14:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45536+ P85590 | 13:09 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h48 | 14:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45536+ P85590 | 13:12 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h45 | 14:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45573+ P85594 | 13:42 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h45 | 15:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45573+ P85594 | 13:46 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h41 | 15:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45549+ P85602 | 14:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h49 | 15:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45549+ P85602 | 14:11 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h46 | 15:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32978+ P85605 | 14:41 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h46 | 16:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W32978+ P85605 | 14:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 16:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45415+ P85502 | 15:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h49 | 16:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45415+ P85502 | 15:11 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h46 | 16:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45419+ P85505 | 15:39 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h48 | 17:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45419+ P85505 | 15:43 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h44 | 17:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45438+ P85509 | 16:10 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 17:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45438+ P85509 | 16:14 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 17:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45529+ J01250 · P90282 | 16:18 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h57 | 18:15 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W45529+ P90282 · J01250 | 16:22 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h53 | 18:15 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
P85515+ G28272 | 16:40 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h41 | 18:21 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
G28272+ P85515 | 16:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h37 | 18:21 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45380+ J01248 · P90285 | 16:49 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h56 | 18:45 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W45380+ P90285 · J01248 | 16:53 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h52 | 18:45 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W45417+ P85520 | 17:10 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 18:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45417+ P85520 | 17:14 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 18:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85528+ W45611 | 17:40 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 19:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45611+ P85528 | 17:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 19:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85535+ W45526 | 18:11 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h40 | 19:51 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45526+ P85535 | 18:15 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h36 | 19:51 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45599+ P85541 | 18:40 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 20:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45599+ P85541 | 18:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 20:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45552+ P85548 | 19:11 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h46 | 20:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45552+ P85548 | 19:15 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h42 | 20:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45572+ P85554 | 19:41 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h46 | 21:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
W45572+ P85554 | 19:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 21:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85560+ W45540 | 20:10 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h47 | 21:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85560+ W45540 | 20:14 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 21:57 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85566+ W45531 | 20:41 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h46 | 22:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85566+ W45531 | 20:44 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h43 | 22:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
J01232 · P87602+ W45528 | 20:49 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 2h08 | 22:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
J01232 · P87602+ W45528 | 20:53 High Brooms (HIB) | 2h04 | 22:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
P85576+ W45543 | On time 21:40 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h53 | 23:33 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85576+ W45543 | On time 21:43 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h50 | 23:33 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P87704+ W45374 | 22:05 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1h58 | 0:03 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P87704+ W45374 | 22:09 High Brooms (HIB) | 1h54 | 0:03 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P85587+ W45629+ Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International | 22:40 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 2h37 | 1:17 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
P85587+ W45629+ Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International | 22:43 High Brooms (HIB) | 2h34 | 1:17 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
P87707+ W45636 | 23:05 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 2h44 | 1:49 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
P87707+ W45636 | 23:09 High Brooms (HIB) | 2h40 | 1:49 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.
Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.
Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.
Large landscaped park with formal gardens, lake, museum and open space, ideal for a relaxed walk close to central Luton.
Parkland site with gardens, heritage displays and family-friendly walking routes around the Discovery Centre and museum grounds.
Nature reserve and chalk downland area with trails and wide views, popular for walking and a quieter escape above the town.
A Bedfordshire classic: suet pastry pudding filled with chopped beef, onions and stock. Long linked to local home cooking across Bedfordshire, including Luton.
A traditional Bedfordshire dish of baked onions stuffed with seasoned sage and breadcrumbs. It reflects thrifty local cooking from the surrounding county.
A rich suet pastry pie with bacon, onions and potatoes. It is an old Bedfordshire comfort food once popular with labourers and farming families.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively modern setting close to the town centre.
Well-known South Indian venue specialising in dosas, curries and vegetarian dishes in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a smart but approachable setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
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Luton Airport Parkway, Luton -> Luton Town Centre, Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Royal Tunbridge Wells to Luton trains use the Tunbridge Wells to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Royal Tunbridge Wells and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tunbridge Wells has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tunbridge Wells.
ATMs are available at Tunbridge Wells.
Ticket office support is available at Tunbridge Wells. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tunbridge Wells: Parking, WC.
Available at Tunbridge Wells: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tunbridge Wells: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via the main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 via the lift from Mount Pleasant Road entrance for services towards Hastings. Step free interchange between platforms via steep path approximately 200 metres. Step access between platforms via the station footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, 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: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 01:45 Saturday - Sunday 05:00 - 02:15 Saturday - Sunday 06:30 - 00:30 Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
High Brooms is 2 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre. Public transport options include:
High Brooms has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at High Brooms.
Ticket office support is available at High Brooms. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at High Brooms: Parking.
Available at High Brooms: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at High Brooms: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via the side entrance.There is no step free access to Platform 2. Step only access to platform 2 for services away from London. No step free interchange between platforms, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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