How to Get to Luton Airport

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Last Updated: October 25, 2021 References

There are several cost-efficient ways to get to Luton Airport, giving you options when it comes to choosing your mode of transportation. If you book a train, you'll arrive at Luton Airport Parkway and ride a shuttle bus directly to the airport. If you'd rather ride a bus, there are several options that pick you up from different locations, but they will likely have a longer travel time. Calling a taxi or driving a car to the airport is always an option, just make sure you take into account traffic and travel time so that you get to the airport in plenty of time before your flight.

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Booking a Train

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Decide which station you'll be departing from to get to the airport. Trains depart from Central London and south of London to Luton Airport Parkway. Locate a main train station near you in places such as Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon to book your train ticket to the airport.^{[1]
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- Trains also depart from Brighton.
- You can find nearby train stations by doing a quick online search.
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Purchase a train ticket to Luton Airport Parkway. The easiest way to purchase a ticket is to go online and select the date and time you'll be traveling at https://www.thetrainline.com/farefinder/. Put in the location from which you'll be departing and make sure you select Luton Airport (LUA) as the destination.^{[2]
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- The train will drop you off at Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) where you'll take a short shuttle bus to the terminal, but by selecting Luton Airport (LUA) you'll pay for your shuttle bus fee along with your train ticket.
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Ride the train and get off at Luton Airport Parkway. Arrive at the train station at least 20 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart to ensure you don't miss your train, and ride the train all the way to the Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) stop.^{[3]
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- Check to make sure you have all of your luggage before getting off the train.
- The train ride will take an average of 40 minutes, depending on where you're departing from.
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Take the shuttle bus to Luton Airport. If you selected Luton Airport when buying your train ticket, the shuttle bus fare will have been included in the total price. If you only selected Luton Airport Parkway, then you'll pay for the shuttle bus once you get off of the train. The bus will take you directly to the terminals and is only a 10-minute ride.^{[4]
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- The shuttle bus costs about £2.
- Make sure you account for travel time, both on the train and on the shuttle bus, before leaving so that you know that you'll arrive in plenty of time for your flight.
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Going by Coach or Bus

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Get to Luton Airport by coach for easy drop off. The National Express can take you to the airport from spots such as Birmingham, Cambridge, Liverpool, Manchester, or Milton Keynes. The ride takes a little over an hour depending on traffic and your exact location. To book your coach ticket, visit https://www.nationalexpress.com/en/airports/luton.^{[5]
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- The coach will drop you off right outside the terminal, so you don't need to take an additional shuttle bus.
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Take the easyBus to the airport if you're coming from London Central. This bus runs every 15-30 minutes depending on what time of day it is, available both day and night. You can purchase tickets to London Luton Airport online, usually starting at a cost of £2.^{[6]
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- To book your easyBus ticket, visit http://www.easybus.com/en/london-luton.
- There are restrictions for luggage on this bus, so if you're bringing more than one standard-sized bag and a piece of hand luggage, you'll need to reserve extra seats.
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Ride the Terravision shuttle bus service from Victoria Station. There are 5 other stops between Victoria Station and Luton Airport, including Marble Arch, Finchley Road, and Baker Street. The bus departs every 30 minutes during busy hours, and the prices are very reasonable. Travel time is roughly an hour and 30 minutes.^{[7]
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- The other stops include Brent Cross and Bricket Wood.
- Book your ride on the Terravision shuttle bus by visiting https://www.terravision.eu/airport_transfer/bus-luton-airport-london/?af=17&cm=46.
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Taking a Taxi or Car

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Book a taxi to plan your ride in advance. To find a reputable taxi, visit https://www.luton-airport-guide.co.uk/taxi-transfer.html. This will show you a listing of each company's contact information so you can choose a taxi service you prefer. Select the time in which you'll need to be picked up to get to the airport, as well as your location and contact information.^{[8]
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- Your taxi driver will know where to go if you tell them, “Luton Airport.”
- If you'll need a baby or child seat in the car, make sure you specify this.
- Booking a taxi in advance will ensure you are guaranteed a ride and they can arrive right on time.
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Look up parking and directions if you're driving your own car. Look up the directions in advance so that you know how long it will take you to get to the airport, including any traffic that you might run into. There is a Short Term Car Park where you can drop off, pick up, and park your car for a fee depending on how long you stay at the airport.^{[9]
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- Either print out the directions to take with you in the car, or download them on your phone so that you have navigation while you're driving.
- For example, if you're coming from the East, take the A505 dual carriageway through Hitchin and you'll see signs for Luton Airport.
- You can pay for the airport parking once you get to the airport, but try to book it in advance so that the price is cheaper.
- For more information about parking prices, visit https://www.london-luton.co.uk/to-and-from-lla/want-to-pick-up-as-close-as-possible.
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Ask a friend or acquaintance to take you to the airport to save money. If you have a friend or family member who's willing to drive you to the airport and drop you off, this is a great cost-efficient option. Make sure you give them directions if needed and arrive at the airport in plenty of time before your flight.^{[10]
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- They may have to pay a drop-off or parking fee once arriving at the airport.
- Check to see how long it will take for them to drive to the airport from your location to let them know what time you need to be picked up.
- Ask your friend if they would like you to print out directions to the airport for them.
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Get a ride from a car service using an app for convenience. Companies like Uber and Lyft will pick you up from your location and drive you to the airport at a fee while making the process super simple using an app on your phone. Download a car service app and type in your payment information to start using it for your rides.
- For example, the Uber app will show you where the nearest driver is relative to your current location and how long it will take the driver to come pick you up, meaning you don't need to book this kind of car service beforehand.
- Once you arrive at the airport, the app will automatically pay the driver using your credit or debit card, so you don't need to worry about this.
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