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Outbound fromLuton to Lincoln by train
It takes an average of 3h 58m to travel from Luton to Lincoln by train, over a distance of around 93 miles (150 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Luton to Lincoln and tickets for this journey start from £23.80 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Luton to Lincoln by train
Looking to travel from Luton to Lincoln by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 58 minutes to travel from Luton to Lincoln by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes though. You'll usually find 36 trains per day running along the 93 miles (150 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Lincoln, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Lincoln – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Luton to Lincoln in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £23.80.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Luton to Lincoln
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Luton to Lincoln is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.