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Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Luton (LUT)

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123

train journeys
per day

40

miles (65 kms)

1hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:18

first / last train

24

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Luton (LUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 123 scheduled rail journeys between Dartford and Luton , with 24 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 99 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dartford to Luton is approximately 40 miles (65 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 45 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Luton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dartford to Luton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Dartford to Luton Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:00
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:16
    1 hrs 48 mins Direct
    07:04
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:23
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    07:10
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:46
    1 hrs 48 mins Direct
    07:34
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:50
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:26
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:53
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    07:41
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:16
    1 hrs 48 mins Direct
    08:04
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:20
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:56
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:23
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    08:11
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:46
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:19
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:46
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    08:36
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:50
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:19
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:53
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:41
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:56
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:00
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:16
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:49
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:16
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    09:06
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:20
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:49
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:26
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:50
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Dartford
    Luton
    Dartford to Luton

About Dartford Station

Station name Dartford (DFD)
Address Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:40
Saturday 06:10 - 19:40
Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dartford and Luton

The travel time between Dartford and Luton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dartford and Luton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 123 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

First class tickets on trains between Dartford and Luton typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Dartford and Luton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 24 direct services per day from Dartford to Luton

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Luton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Dartford and Luton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.