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Trains from Luton (LUT) to Reading

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87

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

01:40 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Luton (LUT) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 87 scheduled rail journeys between Luton and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 87 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Luton to Reading is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 41 mins.

East Midlands Railway, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Luton to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Luton to Reading

Journeys from Luton to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    01:40
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    04:23
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    02:40
    2 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    05:39
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:09
    2 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    06:16
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:08
    1 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    06:51
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:20
    1 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:40
    1 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    07:13
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:02
    1 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    07:38
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:13
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    07:44
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    1 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    08:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:43
    1 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    08:16
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:55
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    08:26
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:56
    1 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:13
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    08:44
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:22
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    08:53
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:27
    1 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    09:03
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:37
    1 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    09:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:43
    1 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    09:16
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:52
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:57
    1 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    09:41
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:13
    1 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    09:46
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
AddressLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed byTL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Luton and Reading

The travel time between Luton and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Luton and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 87 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Luton and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Luton & Reading. owever, there are 87 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Luton and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.