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Trip Summary
10 trains operate daily from Crawley to Luton. The train trip from Crawley to Luton is usually about one hour and 36 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Thameslink train can get you there in as little as one hour and 21 minutes.
| Distance | 54 mi (87 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 21m |
| Lowest price | €18.35 |
| Trains per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Crawley to Luton?
Thameslink is the one and only train line which connects Crawley to Luton. However, there are 10 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thameslink | 10 | 1h 37m | €31.00 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Crawley to Luton tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Crawley at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:00. 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 10 scheduled trains on most days. 24 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 Crawley.
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 Crawley?
Main departure station: Three Bridges
There is one train station in Crawley.
All train stations in Crawley:
Three Bridges
Where is the train station in Luton?
Main arrival station: Luton Railway Station
There are more train stations and stops in Luton than most cities. Most trains from Crawley will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Luton:
Train stations in Luton:
Luton Railway Station
Luton Airport Parkway
Leagrave
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