The average train between Luton and Wales takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Wales at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Luton to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Wales station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Luton to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Luton to Wales train tickets online with Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Luton and Wales is 172.7 km. The road distance is 293 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Kiveton Bridge via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 48m.