The average train between Luton and Shenfield takes 1h 39m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Luton to Shenfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Luton and Shenfield. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 4:59 PM which arrives into Shenfield at 6:35 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 38m • 1 change

1h 48m • 1 change

1h 42m • 1 change

1h 41m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Luton to Shenfield. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Shenfield station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.
Luton to Shenfield train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Shenfield train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Shenfield station.
Book your Luton to Shenfield train tickets online with Thameslink and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Luton and Shenfield is 58.2 km. The road distance is 85 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Shenfield via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 1h 34m.