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Trains from Luton (LUT) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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75

train journeys
per day

28

miles (46 kms)

1hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

01:40 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Luton (LUT) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 75 scheduled rail journeys between Luton and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 75 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Luton to Stansted Airport is approximately 28 miles (46 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Stansted Airport.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Luton to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Luton to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    01:40
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    04:30
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    02:40
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    05:39
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:40
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    06:00
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:08
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    06:13
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:38
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    06:47
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:50
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    06:59
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:08
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:29
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    07:30
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    07:42
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:13
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:56
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:57
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:27
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Luton
    Stansted Airport
    Luton to Stansted Airport

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Luton and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Luton and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Luton and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 75 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

First class tickets on trains between Luton and Stansted Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Luton and Stansted Airport 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 & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 75 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Stansted Airport.

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