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Rochester to Luton Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 18 daily train trips available from Rochester to Luton. Traveling by train from Rochester to Luton usually takes one hour and 54 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern train can make the trip in one hour and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (84 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 20m |
| Lowest price | $48.84 |
| Trains per day | 18 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rochester to Luton?
2 train services operate from Rochester to Luton. Southeastern usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 12 | 1h 39m | $47.72 |
| Thameslink | 6 | 2h 17m | $47.73 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
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 about traveling by train from Rochester to Luton
Trains departing from Rochester 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Rochester at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 18 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Rochester to Luton.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Luton to Rochester.
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 Rochester?
Main departure station: 86 Corporation Street
There are two stations in Rochester where you can board the train to Luton.
All train stations in Rochester:
86 Corporation Street
Strood Station
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 Rochester will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Luton:
All train stations in Luton:
Luton Railway Station
Luton Airport Parkway
Leagrave
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