Train from Cambridge to Luton: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cambridge to Luton on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ThamesLinkTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
LutonNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
Luton Airport ParkwayNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cambridge to Luton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1h 15mAverage duration
48 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€14 - €51Average duration1h 15m
1kg CO₂e
Average price€58 - €67Average duration2h 1m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€5 - €5Average duration1h 30m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cambridge to Luton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Luton start from €58. The average price for this train route is around €58. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Luton?

    The average train journey time from Cambridge to Luton is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 52 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Great Northern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Luton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Great Northern.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Luton?

    The earliest train from Cambridge to Luton departs at 08:23. And the latest train departs at 16:23.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cambridge to Luton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cambridge to Luton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cambridge to Luton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cambridge to Luton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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