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Trip Summary
There are usually 16 daily train trips available from Luton to Letchworth Garden City. Traveling by train from Luton to Letchworth Garden City usually takes one hour and 43 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Trains + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 11 mi (17 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 30m |
| Lowest price | $43.09 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Luton to Letchworth Garden City?
2 train services operate from Luton to Letchworth Garden City. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 10 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 6 | 1h 42m | $45.16 |
| Thameslink | 10 | 1h 44m | $44.47 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Luton to Letchworth Garden City start from $43, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Letchworth Garden City. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Luton leaves from Luton Airport Parkway and one other station. And in Letchworth Garden City trains arrive at Letchworth Garden City Train Station .
From Luton to Letchworth Garden City train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 1 hours and 42 minutes. If you are looking to get to Letchworth Garden City faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 30 minutes.
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage within the regions of Kent, Surrey, and Hertfordshire, plus service to 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 Luton to Letchworth Garden City tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Luton at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 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 Letchworth Garden City to Luton.
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 Luton?
Main departure station: Luton Railway Station
There are two stations in Luton where you can board the train to Letchworth Garden City.
All train stations in Luton:
Luton Railway Station
Luton Airport Parkway
Where is the train station in Letchworth Garden City?
Main arrival station: Letchworth Garden City Train Station
Letchworth Garden City has one train station.
All train stations in Letchworth Garden City:
Letchworth Garden City Train Station
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