How much does a train ticket cost from Sheffield to Luton?

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Luton start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Luton?

The average train journey time from Sheffield to Luton is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Luton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Luton?

The earliest train from Sheffield to Luton departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:30.

Train Sheffield to Luton from £47

Next train departures

Next departures from Sheffield to Luton on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:35	Sheffield	2h 20m	18:55	Luton	Cheapest
Train	08:35	Sheffield	2h 20m	10:55	Luton	Fastest
Train	07:00	Sheffield	2h 25m	09:25	Luton	No tags
Train	07:00	Sheffield	2h 25m	09:25	Luton	No tags
Train	07:34	Sheffield	2h 21m	09:55	Luton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 01:35 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

113 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £77	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £210	Average duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £24	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £42

East Midlands Railway Sheffield Luton recent customer reviews

Very comfortable

Angelica Gabriela P.

3 June 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to Luton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Sheffield to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Luton start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Luton?
The average train journey time from Sheffield to Luton is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Luton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Luton?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Luton departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/01

£55

07/01

£55

Today

£55

09/01

£55

10/01

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The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Luton was searched and found on 9 Jan 2026 with a price of £55

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sheffield to Luton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £55 to £198 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £55, which is on 2026-01-09.