Luton to London by train
London lies 46 km (29 mi) south-east of Luton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 26 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 56 km (35 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Luton | London | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 225,262 | 9 million |
| Elevation | 117 m (384 ft) | 25 m (82 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Luton railway station, Leagrave railway station, Luton Bute Street railway station | City Thameslink railway station, New Cross Gate railway station, Gospel Oak railway station |
| Postal codes | EX14–TQ13 | E1W–WC2R |
Where to book trains from Luton to London
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Staying in London
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Common questions
How far is London from Luton?
46 km (29 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Luton; by road roughly 56 km (35 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luton to London by train?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luton and London?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where can I stay in London?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.