Travelling from Stansted Airport to Luton by train

Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to Luton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Luton take around 1 hour and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 45 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around 00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:59. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stansted Airport at around 00:05, with the last train leaving at around 23:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 57 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £51.74.

We think any time is a great time to visit Luton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Luton.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Luton?

The journey between Stansted Airport and Luton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Luton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Luton?

The Stansted Airport to Luton train travel takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to Luton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Luton leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:59. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stansted Airport at around 00:05, with the final departure at 23:59.