The average train between Luton and Birmingham takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Luton and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 12:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Luton to Birmingham? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Luton to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Birmingham station via Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Luton to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Luton to Birmingham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Luton and Birmingham is 121.2 km. The road distance is 174 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Birmingham New Street via Kettering and Leicester in around 2h 37m.