Otherwise, you can always buy train tickets at the airport when you arrive, either from the kiosk in the Onward Travel Centre in Arrivals or from the train ticket vending machines, situated near the exit.
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If you haven't already bought your train tickets online, you can buy them at the Airport when you arrive, either at the Onward Travel Centre in Arrivals or from the train ticket vending machines in the International Baggage Reclaim area and next to the Shuttle Bus stop at Bay T.
Onboard. In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. On most Amtrak trains, only the full, undiscounted, unrestricted fare will be available for purchase onboard the train. This is regardless of reservations made or fares previously quoted by ticket agents, Amtrak.com or elsewhere.
Train tickets from Luton Airport to London start at $9.25‡ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we'll help you find the cheapest tickets.
Book train tickets in advanceWhile many of us plan and book flights well before our trip, train travel is often left until the last minute. Like planes, train tickets are released in price sections—the cheapest fares are first, and the most expensive ones can be purchased up to an hour before the train time.
Passengers arriving at Luton Airport Parkway station without a through ticket to the Airport and who want to use the shuttle bus will pay a bus fare of £2.40 single, £3.80 Standard Open Return (children between 5 to 11 pay half price and under 5s go free).
In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. On most Amtrak trains, only the full, undiscounted, unrestricted fare will be available for purchase onboard the train. This is regardless of reservations made or fares previously quoted by ticket agents, Amtrak.com or elsewhere.
Scroll down for full details of each service between the airport and central London. Please note that Oyster cards are not valid on the train to/from Luton airport. You can use a contactless card/device.
Higher fares usually apply when purchasing tickets onboard the train. To secure the best available fare, passengers should purchase tickets prior to boarding the train.
You can get information and purchase tickets 24 hours a day by calling 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245). Julie, the Amtrak automated, voice-activated agent, is happy to help. Or, if you need live, personal assistance, just say agent or press the 0 button on your telephone. For TTY service, call 1-800-523-6590.
The reasons for this are varied: from the privatisation of the rail industry to the rising cost of infrastructure. The UK does not have fixed rates like other European countries such as France, which can result in flight tickets being cheaper than a regional train journey in the UK.
Reserve EarlyThe earlier you book your tickets, the more likely you are to get the lowest fare available for the dates you want on the routes along your journey. You may book your travel up to 11 months in advance.
The cheapest way to get from Luton Airport to London is by taking the Green Line 757 bus service. The journey takes approximately 75 minutes and stops at several locations in central London, including Victoria Coach Station, Marble Arch, and Baker Street. Tickets can be purchased online or at the airport bus stop.