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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Luton is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Luton. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Luton. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Luton via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Southampton to Luton?

The distance between Southampton and Luton is 112 miles. The road distance is 95.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Southampton to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Luton bus from?

Southampton to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Luton train from?

Southampton to Luton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Luton?

The best way to get from Southampton to Luton is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Southampton to Luton bus arrive?

Southampton to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Luton train arrive?

Southampton to Luton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Luton is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Southampton to Luton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Luton?

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Southampton to Luton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 12m
£49–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
3h 41m
£16–38
Drive 94.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Lutoncar 94.8 mi
1h 38m
£24–34
Train, bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
4h 51m
£56–76

Southampton to Luton by train and subway

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Distance: 110.9 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Luton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport in around 3h 41m.

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