The average train between Luton and Essex takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Luton to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Essex station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Luton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Luton to Essex train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Luton and Essex is 68.9 km. The road distance is 119 km.
You can take a train from Luton to White Notley via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 32m.