What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Luton?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Luton is to rideshare which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Luton?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Luton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Margaret's Bus Station station and arriving at Luton Station Interchange station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Luton. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Luton?

The distance between Leicester and Luton is 69 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Luton without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Luton without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Luton?

The train from Leicester to Luton takes 54 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Luton bus from?

Leicester to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Luton train from?

Leicester to Luton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Luton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Luton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Leicester to Luton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Luton train arrive?

Leicester to Luton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Luton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Leicester to Luton.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Luton?

Book your Leicester to Luton train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Luton?

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

Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1100+ hotels available in Luton.

Can I share a ride from Leicester to Luton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester and Luton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leicester to Luton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Luton by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Lutontrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
54 min
£35–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leicestershire to Lutonrideshare 70 mi
1h 35m
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
1h 55m
£8–35
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Kettering to Lutontrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 20m
£35–55
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Lutoncar 69.9 mi
1h 14m
£17–25

Leicester to Luton by train

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Luton, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Luton 5 times a week. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 1h 55m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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