Frequently asked questions

Find your question and you'll find its answer too.

FAQs - Luton Airport Express


Who do I contact regarding lost property on my journey?

Lost property on the train journey to/from the airportLost property on the Luton DARTLost property at the airport

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

Can I pay by contactless?

Yes, passengers travellers between London and London St Pancras can tap and go with their contactless card (please note, oyster card can not be used).

For the best value journey, we recommend booking your full ticket in advance of travelling.
 

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

How frequently does the DART shuttle run?

The Luton DART is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running peak, off-peak and super-off-peak hours. The journey takes just 4 minutes from Luton Airport Parkway to the terminal.

·       Peak (04.30* – 09.00 and 16.00 – 18.30) every 5 minutes
*06.30 on Sundays

·       Off-peak (all hours not covered by peak and super off peak): every 8 minutes

·       Super-off-peak (01.00 – 03.30): every 15 minutes

In: Organising your transport | Luton Airport Express

Visit page

How long does it take to get from London St Pancras to London Luton Airport?

Just 32 minutes.

This includes the journey from St Pancras to Luton Airport Parkway and your connection to the terminal on the Luton DART.
 

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

How much does the DART cost?

  • Adult: £4.90
  • Children (5-15 years old): £2.45
  • Children under 5: Free
This would be the cost if you don’t have the Luton DART included in your overall rail journey (e.g. your ticket does not show to/from “Luton Airport”)

Discounted travel is available on the DART for the following passengers
  • Luton Residents (valid with proof of address)
  • Older person’s bus pass
  • Disability badge holders
  • Employees who work at London Luton Airport
For discounted travel on the Luton DART please visit: Concessions | Luton DART
 

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

What are the opening hours of the Luton Airport Express?

The Luton Airport Express runs every 30 minutes, taking only 32 minutes from London St Pancras to the terminal. Services run early morning until late from Monday to Saturday, with regular services on Sundays.
For more information on times see here
 

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

What happens if my ticket only takes me to Luton Airport Parkway, can I purchase a separate ticket for the Luton DART?

Yes. If you have a rail ticket that only takes you as far as Luton Airport Parkway, you will be able to purchase a journey on the Luton DART only – this can be done online at lutondart.com or via one of the ticketing machines at the Luton DART station.

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

What happens if the Luton DART can’t operate for any reason?

If the Luton DART can’t operate alternative travel arrangements will be made for you to get from Luton Airport Parkway to the terminal via a bus shuttle. If National Rail services with East Midlands Railway or ThamesLink are not running, the Luton DART will continue to operate as normal.
 

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

How can I book tickets for the Luton Airport Express?

Book your tickets via the Trainline below. For more information on the Luton Airport Express tickets, you can find out more on our Luton Airport Express page.

In: Luton Airport Express | Organising your transport

Visit page

What is the Luton Airport Express and Luton DART?

The Luton Airport Express is a quick and simple rail service from London St Pancras International to London Luton Airport, taking just 22 minutes, and departing every 30 minutes.
You'll then connect onto the Luton DART shuttle which is a speedy 4 minutes directly to the front of the terminal. 

In: Luton Airport Express | Planning your trip

Visit page

How much does the Luton Airport Express cost?

Advance purchase tickets are available from just £10 one way – this includes the cost of your connection to the terminal on the Luton DART once you reach Luton Airport Parkway.

Just make sure you select “Luton Airport” (not Luton Airport Parkway) when booking your ticket to ensure your Luton DART connection is included in the fare.

To find the best ticket for your journey, further information can be found on our Luton Airport Express page.

In: Organising your transport | Luton Airport Express

Visit page