The average train between Nelson and Luton takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson to Luton. 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 Nelson and Luton. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Luton at 1:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Burnley Central and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 44m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Nelson to Luton? 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 Nelson to Luton. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Luton station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Nelson to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Nelson to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Luton station.
Book your Nelson to Luton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Nelson and Luton is 248 km. The road distance is 414 km.
You can take a train from Nelson to Luton via Burnley Central, Burnley Manchester Road, Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 21m.