Will I receive a ticket in the post or by email?
Your ticket will be sent to you by email. You must print the ticket out and take it with you to the station.
Can I cancel my order? My plans have changed.
Airport transfer tickets are non-refundable, as stated in our terms and conditions.
What happens if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Replacement services (such as a bus or a train via an alternative route) will be provided in the case of service disruption, delays and cancellations.
What’s the journey time from Luton to London?
The journey between Luton Airport and London St. Pancras takes just over 30 minutes. Most trains also make further stops at Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars and London Bridge. With this ticket you can travel to any of these stations.
How often does a train from Luton to London or London to Luton depart? When are the first and last trains?
The times below are subject to change and you should check the timetable before you travel.
LUTON TO LONDON
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Midnight - 4am |
4am - 5am |
5am - midnight |
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Monday - Saturday |
1 train per hour
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3 trains per hour |
4+ trains per hour |
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Midnight - 4am |
4am - 6am |
6am - midnight |
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Sunday |
No service. Last train departs Luton at 00.06am |
No service. First service departs Luton at 06.04am |
4+ trains per hour |
LONDON TO LUTON
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Midnight - 1am |
1am - 6am |
6am - midnight |
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Monday - Saturday |
1 train per hour
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3 trains per hour |
4+ trains per hour |
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1am - 4am |
4am - 6am |
6am - 1am |
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Sunday |
No service. Last train departs London St Pancras at 1.39am |
No service. First train departs London St Pancras at 6.04am |
2-4 trains per hour |
How far is the train station from Luton Airport?
There is a shuttle bus between the Luton Airport terminal building and Luton Airport Parkway train station, taking about 7-8 minutes. The shuttle bus runs every 10 minutes from 5am to midnight, and will depart in time to connect with all trains departing between midnight and 5am.
How much is the shuttle bus service?
The shuttle bus is free with your train ticket.
How do I know which train to take?
This ticket can be used on any Thameslink service between Luton Airport and London. It cannot be used on East Midlands trains. When you get to the station, check the electronic display boards to confirm which platform the next train will be departing from. All Thameslink trains from Luton Airport to London stop at London St. Pancras station.
I have not received my ticket yet – what should I do?
Your ticket will be sent to you in an email within 24 hours. Please make sure you allow enough time to receive your ticket and print it out before you travel. If you have not received your ticket please check your spam filter. If your email is not there, contact VisitBritain Shop.
Do I need to select my direction of travel?
No. A single ticket is valid for travel from Luton to London, or London to Luton.
Operating times:
24 December: From 1pm, a reduced service will operate with last trains running earlier than normal
25-26 December: No service
27 December: An amended timetable will operate
28 - 29 December: A Saturday timetable will operate. Reduced service on some routes due to engineering works between East Croydon and Purley.
30 - 31 December: A amended timetable will operate
1 January: A Sunday timetable will operate.