Train from Nottingham to Luton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Luton on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Beeston
LutonCheapest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Nottingham
LutonFastest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Beeston
LutonNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Beeston
LutonNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Beeston
LutonNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham 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 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
130 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 261 - R 1 226Average duration3h 13m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 495 - R 3 659Average duration1h 49m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 232 - R 334Average duration1h 40m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Luton by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Luton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Luton start from R 495. The average price for this train route is around R 1 167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Nottingham to Luton is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 129 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 31 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Nottingham to Luton departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/01
R 807
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R 811
27/01
R 812
28/01
R 807
29/01
R 799
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R 807
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nottingham to Luton was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 799

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

You can expect to pay from R 799 to R 3 513 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 799, which is on 2026-01-29.

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