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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Southampton to Luton

Composite routes from Southampton to Luton

Cheapest
1 h 39 min
Car
153 km.
from $8
Other
1 h 49 min
Bus
168 km.
from €65
Details
2 h 12 min
128 km.
from $134.48
4 h 35 min
128 km.
from $42.76
3 h 51 min
Train
126 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Reading
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$88.60

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.90–$120.25

Bus operators

Arriva UK

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/
Bus from London Victoria to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.91–$20.25

RailAir

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Website:
railair.com/
Bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Luton is to bus which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $30.43 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Luton. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Luton via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Southampton to Luton?

The distance between Southampton and Luton is 178 km. The road distance is 152.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Southampton to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Luton bus from?

Southampton to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Luton train from?

Southampton to Luton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Luton?

The best way to get from Southampton to Luton is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Southampton to Luton bus arrive?

Southampton to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Southampton to Luton train arrive?

Southampton to Luton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Luton is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Southampton to Luton.

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

Book your Southampton to Luton train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Luton?

Book your Southampton to Luton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 921+ hotels available in Luton. Prices start at $43.10 per night.
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