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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Letchworth Garden City and Luton. The average train journey from Letchworth Garden City to Luton takes one hour and 30 minutes, but some Thameslink + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 18 minutes.
Distance | 11 mi (17 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 18m |
Lowest price | €37.80 |
Most frequent service | Thameslink + Connections |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Letchworth Garden City to Luton?
2 train services operate from Letchworth Garden City to Luton. Thameslink + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 9 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Thameslink | 7 | 1h 35m | €39.18 |
Thameslink + Connections | 9 | 1h 27m | €38.87 |
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage between Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, and London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Letchworth Garden City to Luton start from €38, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Luton. Thameslink + Connections in Letchworth Garden City leaves from Letchworth Garden City Train Station . And in Luton trains arrive at Luton Airport Parkway and one other train station.
From Letchworth Garden City to Luton train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 1 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Luton faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 18 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Letchworth Garden City to Luton on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Letchworth Garden City at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Luton to Letchworth Garden City.
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 Letchworth Garden City?
Main departure station: Letchworth Garden City Train Station
There is one train station in Letchworth Garden City.
All train stations in Letchworth Garden City:
Letchworth Garden City Train Station
Where is the train station in Luton?
Main arrival station: Luton Railway Station
Luton receives travelers from Letchworth Garden City at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Luton:
Luton Railway Station
Luton Airport Parkway
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