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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Luton (LUT)

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34

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

1hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Luton (LUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Luton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Luton is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Luton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Luton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    06:21
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    06:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    07:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:43
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    08:24
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:54
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:14
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:42
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:12
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:12
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:43
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    14:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:13
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:43
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:55
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:12
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Leicester
    Luton
    Leicester to Luton

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Leicester and Luton

The travel time between Leicester and Luton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Luton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Luton. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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