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Trip Summary
14 trains operate daily from Doncaster to Luton. The train trip from Doncaster to Luton is usually about 3 hours and 9 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (189 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 41m |
| Lowest price | $57.51 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Doncaster to Luton?
There are 4 train lines with service from Doncaster to Luton. TransPennine Express + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 4 | 2h 59m | $63.69 |
| East Midlands Trains | 2 | 2h 44m | $57.51 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 3 | 3h 47m | $83.37 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 5 | 3h 7m | $109.00 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Doncaster to Luton start from $58, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Luton. CrossCountry + Connections in Doncaster leaves from Doncaster Train Station . And in Luton trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Doncaster to Luton train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 2 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Luton faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Luton.
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Doncaster to Luton start from $58, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 East Midlands Trains schedules to Luton. East Midlands Trains in Doncaster leaves from Doncaster Train Station . And in Luton trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Doncaster to Luton train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 2 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Luton faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, East Midlands Trains offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Luton.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Doncaster to Luton start from $58, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Luton. Northern Rail + Connections in Doncaster leaves from Doncaster Train Station . And in Luton trains arrive at Luton Airport Parkway and one other train station.
From Doncaster to Luton train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 3 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Luton faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Luton.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Doncaster to Luton start from $58, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Luton. TransPennine Express + Connections in Doncaster leaves from Doncaster Train Station . And in Luton trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Doncaster to Luton train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 7 minutes. If you are looking to get to Luton faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Luton.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Doncaster to Luton tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Doncaster at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 14 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Luton. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Luton to Doncaster.
City Information
Luton
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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.
To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.
Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Doncaster?
Main departure station: Doncaster Train Station
There is one train station in Doncaster.
All train stations in Doncaster:
Doncaster Train Station
Where is the train station in Luton?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Luton Airport Parkway
Luton Airport Parkway Railway Station is a stop on Thameslink and East Midland Railway train connections between London and Luton Airport. The railway station is about halfway between the airport and Luton's town center, and a shuttle bus operates frequent trips from the railway station to the airport, a mile away. Inside the station, travelers will find an ATM, waiting areas, restrooms, and a café. The adjacent Luton Retail Park includes additional quick bites from Starbucks and McDonald's.
Train stations in Luton:
Luton Airport Parkway
Luton Railway Station
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