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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £4 - £16 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Charing Cross is to train which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Trafalgar Square via Old Marylebone Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Charing Cross station. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Embankment station via Blackfriars station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Luton to Charing Cross?

The distance between Luton and Charing Cross is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Luton to Charing Cross, including transfers.

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

Luton to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

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

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

Train or bus from Luton to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Luton to Charing Cross is to train which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £16 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Luton to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Luton to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at London Baker Street Station.

Where does the Luton to Charing Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luton to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Charing Cross is 34 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Luton to Charing Cross.

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

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20211+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Luton to Charing Cross?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Luton to Charing Cross 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 Luton to London BlackfriarsBedford - Brighton / ...
48 min
£10–44
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Luton to London33.6 mi
1h 2m
£2–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to London Baker Street StationGreenline 757
1h 41m
£4–16
Bus via Luton Station Interchange
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Baker Street Station757
1h 43m
£11–27
Drive 33.6 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Charing Cross33.6 mi
49 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Luton to Charing Cross33.6 mi
49 min
£140–170

Luton to Charing Cross by bus

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1h 41mAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.7 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Luton to London Blackfriars every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–45 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to London Baker Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–13 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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