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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 23 Sept
3
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to London Luton Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 3 trains from Southampton to London Luton Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.
8:003h04Southampton11:04London Luton Airport£451One-way0 changes- 9:002h48Southampton11:48London Luton Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 7:002h48Southampton9:48London Luton Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 9:002h48Southampton11:48London Luton Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 7:002h48Southampton9:48London Luton Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 8:003h04Southampton11:04London Luton Airport£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to London Luton Airport:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to London Luton Airport costing on average £62.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 58m.
Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-36.12. The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Southampton to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to London Luton Airport trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80196 · L82480+ Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+ Luton Dart | On time 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h47 | 12:47 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 4 changes | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
| 7:00 Southampton | 2h48 | 9:48 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Southampton | 3h04 | 11:04 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to London Luton Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 21:00 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Elizabeth line from Southampton to London Luton Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Elizabeth line trains will get you between Southampton and London Luton Airport from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to London Luton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and London Luton Airport
Most Southampton to London Luton Airport trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
Getting to Swaythling from Southampton city centre
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling train station facilities and services
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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