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Who do I contact regarding lost property on my journey?
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Visit pageCan I pay by contactless?
For the best value journey, we recommend booking your full ticket in advance of travelling.
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Visit pageHow 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
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Visit pageHow long does it take to get from London St Pancras to London Luton Airport?
This includes the journey from St Pancras to Luton Airport Parkway and your connection to the terminal on the Luton DART.
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Visit pageHow much does the DART cost?
- Adult: £4.90
- Children (5-15 years old): £2.45
- Children under 5: Free
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
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Visit pageWhat are the opening hours of the Luton Airport Express?
For more information on times see here.
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Visit pageWhat happens if my ticket only takes me to Luton Airport Parkway, can I purchase a separate ticket for the Luton DART?
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Visit pageWhat happens if the Luton DART can’t operate for any reason?
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Visit pageHow can I book tickets for the Luton Airport Express?
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Visit pageWhat 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.
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Visit pageHow 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.
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