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King Cross to Luton trains

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The average train between King Cross and Luton takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is an hourly train service from King Cross to Luton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 59m
Duration
236 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

King Cross to Luton train times

Trains run hourly between King Cross and Luton. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from King Cross is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Luton at 12:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink8h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink8h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 49m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from King Cross to Luton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from King Cross to Luton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 236.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between King Cross, England and Luton, England?

You can take a train from Halifax to Luton via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 1m.

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