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Trip Summary
27 trains operate daily from Luton to Newark. The train trip from Luton to Newark is usually about 5 hours and 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Thameslink + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 84 mi (135 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 36m |
| Lowest price | $25.05 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Luton to Newark?
There are 3 train lines with service from Luton to Newark on Trent. Thameslink + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 23 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains | 3 | 2h 53m | $38.56 |
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 1 | 11h 53m | $45.32 |
| Thameslink + Connections | 23 | 6h 3m | $64.26 |
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Luton to Newark start from $25, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 East Midlands Trains schedules to Newark on Trent. East Midlands Trains in Luton leaves from Luton Airport Parkway and one other station. And in Newark on Trent trains arrive at Newark North Gate and one other train station.
From Luton to Newark train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 2 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newark on Trent faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 36 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, East Midlands Trains offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Newark on Trent.
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Luton to Newark start from $45, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Newark on Trent. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Luton leaves from Luton Airport Parkway . And in Newark on Trent trains arrive at Newark North Gate .
From Luton to Newark train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 11 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newark on Trent faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 36 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Newark on Trent on a weekend there is typically one East Midlands Trains + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Luton.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Luton to Newark start from $29, and on average cost . Daily there are 23 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Newark on Trent. Thameslink + Connections in Luton leaves from Train Station and 2 other stations. And in Newark on Trent trains arrive at Newark Castle and one other train station.
From Luton to Newark train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 6 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newark on Trent faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 36 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Thameslink + Connections offers 23 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Newark on Trent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Luton to Newark. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Luton at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 27 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.
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: Leagrave
Luton has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Newark.
All train stations in Luton:
Leagrave
Luton Railway Station
Luton Airport Parkway
Where is the train station in Newark?
Main arrival station: Newark Castle
Newark receives travelers from Luton at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Newark:
Newark Castle
Newark North Gate
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