What is the cheapest way to get from Luton to Shortlands?

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Shortlands is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton to Shortlands?

The fastest way to get from Luton to Shortlands is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Shortlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Shortlands. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Albemarle Road via Marble Arch Station / Park Lane and Crystal Palace Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Shortlands?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luton and arriving at Shortlands. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Luton to Shortlands?

The distance between Luton and Shortlands is 42 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

How do I travel from Luton to Shortlands without a car?

The best way to get from Luton to Shortlands without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Luton to Shortlands?

The train from Luton to Shortlands takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Luton to Shortlands bus from?

Luton to Shortlands bus services, operated by Green Line, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Shortlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Luton to Shortlands?

The best way to get from Luton to Shortlands is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £20 and takes 3h.

Where does the Luton to Shortlands bus arrive?

Luton to Shortlands bus services, operated by Green Line, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Luton to Shortlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luton to Shortlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Shortlands is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Luton to Shortlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Luton to Shortlands?

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Where can I stay near Shortlands?

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Luton to Shortlands - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Luton to Shortlands by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Shortlandstrain Luton - Orpington
1h 30m
£21–45
Drive 43.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Luton to Shortlandscar 43.6 mi
1h 17m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Marble Archbus 757
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Crystal Palace Paradebus N137 / ...
3h
£15–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Luton to Shortlandstaxi 43.6 mi
1h 17m
£100–130
Train via London Blackfriars
1. Take the train from Luton to London Blackfriarstrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Shortlandstrain London Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 32m
£17–35

Luton to Shortlands by train

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Shortlands, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Luton to Shortlands 3 times a day. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Albemarle Road via Marble Arch, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, Crystal Palace Parade, and Crystal Palace Bus Station in around 3h.

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