What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton is to bus which costs £9 - £40 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Luton Station Interchange station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Luton. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Luton is 60 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Luton without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Luton takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Luton bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Luton train from?

Gatwick Airport to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £40 and takes 3h.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Luton bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Luton train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Luton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Luton.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Luton?

Book your Gatwick Airport to Luton bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Gatwick Airport to Luton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Luton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 20m
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230
3h
£9–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
2h 20m
£24–45
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Lutoncar 69.5 mi
1h 18m
£17–25

Gatwick Airport to Luton by train

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Distance: 59.3 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Luton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Luton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 3h. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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