What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Luton Station Interchange station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Luton. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Luton is 60 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Luton takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton bus from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton train from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton bus arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton train arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

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Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1056+ hotels available in Luton.

Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Luton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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 Gatwick Airport to LutonBrighton - Bedford / ...
1h 20m
£16–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London VictoriaLittlehampton - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Luton Station Interchange757
2h 43m
£23–49
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Luton69.5 mi
1h 17m
£16–21
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton69.5 mi
1h 17m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange230
3h 5m
£26–55

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Luton by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Luton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Luton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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