What is the cheapest way to get from Luton to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Thornton Heath is to bus which costs £10 - £11 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Luton to Thornton Heath is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Thornton Heath Clock Tower via Marble Arch Station / Park Lane and Telford Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Thornton Heath via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Luton to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Luton and Thornton Heath is 45 miles. The road distance is 43.1 miles.

How do I travel from Luton to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Luton to Thornton Heath without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Luton to Thornton Heath?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Luton to Thornton Heath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Thornton Heath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Luton to Thornton Heath train from?

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

Train or bus from Luton to Thornton Heath?

The best way to get from Luton to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £11 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Luton to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Thornton Heath train arrive?

Luton to Thornton Heath train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Luton to Thornton Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Thornton Heath is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Luton to Thornton Heath.

How do I get a train ticket from Luton to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

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Luton to Thornton Heath - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Luton to Thornton Heath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to East CroydonBedford - Brighton / ...
1h 26m
£18–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to London VictoriaGreenline 757
2h 26m
£10–11
Drive 42.9 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Thornton Heath42.9 mi
1h 9m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Luton to Thornton Heath42.9 mi
1h 9m
£230–280
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Luton to London BridgeBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Thornton HeathLondon Bridge - East Croydon / ...
1h 43m
£16–40
Bus, line 137 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Marble Arch757
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Streatham Hill/Telford Avenue137 / ...
3h 5m
£16–20

Luton to Thornton Heath by train

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Thornton Heath, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Luton to East Croydon every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to London Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–13 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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