What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Luton?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Luton is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Luton?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Luton is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Luton. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Luton via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Luton?

The distance between Charing Cross and Luton is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Luton without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Luton without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Luton?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Charing Cross to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Luton bus from?

Charing Cross to Luton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Luton train from?

Charing Cross to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Blackfriars station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Luton?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Luton is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus via Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road, which costs £5 - £15 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Luton bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Luton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at North Circular Road Brent Cross station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Luton train arrive?

Charing Cross to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Luton is 34 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Charing Cross to Luton.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Luton?

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Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Luton.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross to Luton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross and Luton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Charing Cross to Luton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Charing Cross to Luton by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to LutonBrighton - Bedford / ...
52 min
£9–29
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Luton33.1 mi
1h 2m
£4–5
Bus via Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to North Circular Road Brent CrossN113
2. Take the bus from Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road to Luton Station Interchange757
1h 32m
£5–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Baker Street to Luton Station InterchangeGreenline 757
1h 55m
£5–6
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Luton33.3 mi
48 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Luton33.3 mi
48 min
£140–170

Charing Cross to Luton by bus

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Distance: 32.7 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Luton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Blackfriars to Luton every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–26 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trafalgar Square to Luton Station Interchange via North Circular Road Brent Cross and Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road in around 1h 32m.

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