Luton Airport to London (LTN) — Transport Guide 2026

Luton is 55 km north of central London. Direct Airport Bus (DART) shuttle to Luton Airport Parkway station + Thameslink to St Pancras is the standard (£17-22 combined, 45 min). Coach services £6-15. Popular Wizz Air + easyJet hub.

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Last updated: 2026-07

Cheapest
National Express bus (£10-15)
Fastest
DART + Thameslink — 45 min to St Pancras

Every transport option compared

DART + Thameslink to St Pancras

train · Best for: Fastest + reliable
Cost
DART £4.90 + Thameslink £11-18 = £16-23
Time
45-55 min
Frequency
Every 15 min · 24/7 combined
DART opened 2023 — direct rail-linked shuttle from terminal.

National Express to Victoria

bus · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
£10-15
Time
75-90 min
Frequency
Every 30 min

Green Line 757 to Victoria/Baker St

bus · Best for: Alternative direct
Cost
£12-16
Time
60-90 min
Frequency
Every 30 min · 24/7

Taxi

taxi · Best for: Groups + luggage
Cost
£90-140
Time
75-100 min
Frequency
On-demand

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Luton Airport from London (LTN)?
Luton Airport (LTN) is 55 km from London (LTN) city centre.
What is the cheapest way from LTN to London (LTN)?
National Express bus (£10-15)
What is the fastest way from LTN to London (LTN)?
DART + Thameslink — 45 min to St Pancras