The average train between Luton and Rye takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton to Rye. 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 Rye. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Rye at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Luton to Rye? 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 Rye. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Rye station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Luton to Rye train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Rye train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Rye station.
Book your Luton to Rye train tickets online with Thameslink, Southeastern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Luton and Rye is 130.5 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Rye via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International in around 2h 35m.