How to get from Thornton Heath to Luton by train?

From Thornton Heath to Luton by train

To get from Thornton Heath to Luton in Luton, take the SOUTHERN train from Thornton Heath station to East Croydon station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from East Croydon station to Luton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min.

77min
Train - SOUTHERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Thornton Heath

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Thornton Heath
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHERN
    East Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    8 min
  • 4
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 5
    Ride to train station Luton
    Ride to train station
    Luton
    60 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Thornton Heath to Luton by bus and train

To get from Thornton Heath to Luton in Luton, take the 198 bus from Thornton Heath Station station to East Croydon Bus Station station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from East Croydon station to Luton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is £11.95.

98min£11.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 198198
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Thornton Heath Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thornton Heath Station
    ID C
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 198198
    Wait for bus
    198
    Shrublands
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station
    ID E1
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Croydon
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station Luton
    Ride to train station
    Luton
    67 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thornton Heath to Luton

The distance between Thornton Heath, Luton and Luton, Luton is approximately 70.5 km, which can typically be travelled in 77 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thornton Heath to Luton by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Luton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Thornton Heath

Thornton Heath is located at Thornton Heath, Luton and the nearest public transport station is Thornton Heath Station (D).

Train stations close to Thornton Heath:

  • Norwood Junction
  • West Croydon

Bus stations close to Thornton Heath:

  • Thornton Heath Station (D)
  • Thornton Heath Station (C)
  • Brook Road (B)

Public transport stations close to Luton, Luton

Luton is located at Luton, Luton and the nearest public transport station is Rail Station Entrance, High Town.

Train stations close to Luton:

  • Luton Airport Parkway

Bus stations close to Luton:

  • Rail Station Entrance, High Town
  • Luton
  • Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre

Related Routes

From Thornton Heath to Luton by bus and train

To get from Thornton Heath to Luton in Luton, take the 198 bus from Thornton Heath Station station to East Croydon Bus Station station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from East Croydon station to Luton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is £11.95.

98min£11.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 198198
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Thornton Heath Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thornton Heath Station
    ID C
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 198198
    Wait for bus
    198
    Shrublands
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station
    ID E1
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Croydon
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station Luton
    Ride to train station
    Luton
    67 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Luton?

    The fastest way takes 77 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Thornton Heath to Luton?

    The alternative route takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 198, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • Is there a direct train between Thornton Heath and Luton?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Thornton Heath to Luton?

    The SOUTHERN train line goes from East Croydon station near Thornton Heath in London to East Croydon station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till East Croydon station near Luton in Luton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Thornton Heath to Luton by train?

    The total travel time between Thornton Heath in London and Luton in Luton by train is about 1 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Thornton Heath to get to Luton?

    Get on the SOUTHERN train from the East Croydon station near Thornton Heath in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Thornton Heath and Luton?

    Get off the train at the East Croydon station, which is closest to Luton in Luton.

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