The average train between Luton and Wales takes 3h 9m 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 8:56 PM which arrives into Wales at 11:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 3h 9m. 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 Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Luton to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Sheffield 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 236 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Wales Road/Limetree Avenue via Kettering, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Sheffield Interchange/C6 in around 3h 46m.