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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 on 05 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
28 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wellingborough to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wellingborough to Luton will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Wellingborough to Luton, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
C04211
C04206
C04198
C04204
C04200
C04198
C04204
C04200
C04211
C04206Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wellingborough to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 51 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wellingborough to Luton:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wellingborough to Luton costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 5m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (33m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wellingborough to Luton trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04239 | On time 12:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 12:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04243 | On time 12:57 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 13:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04263 | On time 16:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 16:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04264 | On time 16:57 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 17:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04267 | On time 17:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 17:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04268 | On time 17:57 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 18:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04270 | On time 18:22 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h33 | 18:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04273 | On time 18:56 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h27 | 19:23 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04275 | On time 19:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 19:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04277 | On time 19:57 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 20:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04278 | On time 20:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 20:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04280 | On time 20:57 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 21:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
C04198 | 5:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 5:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04200 | 5:57 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 6:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04204 | 6:27 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h28 | 6:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04206 | 6:56 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h29 | 7:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04211 | 7:26 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h29 | 7:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04213 | 7:56 Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0h29 | 8:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Wellingborough to Luton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 28m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:47 |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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 Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough to Luton trains use the Wellingborough to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Wellingborough and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to 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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