The average train between Luton and Birmingham takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour 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 every 30 minutes between Luton and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h • 1 changeWant 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 London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Luton to Birmingham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Birmingham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Luton to Birmingham train tickets online with Thameslink, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Luton and Birmingham is 121.2 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Birmingham New Street via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 2h 17m.