Trains from Kettering to Luton Airport

Travel from Kettering to London Luton Airport by train. Plan your journey online for live train information and to buy tickets.

Train tickets to Kettering from Luton Airport cost from just £13 one-way, and trains run every half an hour.

There are direct trains from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway throughout the day, then take the Luton DART shuttle from the station to the airport. Just choose Luton Airport as your destination for a combined ticket that takes you from door-to-door.

How much does a train ticket from Kettering to Luton Airport cost?

Combined train and Luton DART tickets from Kettering to Luton Airport cost from £13 one-way or £26 return, with no booking fees.

Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are great value for travel at quieter times of day, while Anytime tickets give you the most flexibility. You can buy tickets from 12 weeks ahead until just before you board.

To check the cheapest train tickets for your travel dates plan your journey online.

How long does the train from Kettering to Luton Airport take?

The train from Kettering to Luton Airport takes around 52 minutes. This includes transfer time to the Luton DART terminal at Luton Airport Parkway station and the four-minute shuttle to the airport.

Check your journey online for up to date information on your chosen travel dates or check our timetable.

What is the fastest train from Kettering to Luton Airport?

The fastest train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway is 34 minutes. Then hop on the Luton DART for the four-minute shuttle to the airport.

What is the distance between Kettering and Luton Airport by train?

It’s around 40 miles from Kettering to London Luton Airport by train.

How many trains are there from Kettering to Luton Airport a day?

There are up to 33 Luton Airport Express trains a day from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway.

Are there direct trains from Kettering to Luton Airport?

You can travel from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway without changing trains. From here it’s a quick platform change for the Luton DART shuttle to the airport.

What time is the first train from Kettering to Luton Airport?

The first Luton Airport Express train leaves Kettering station for Luton Airport Parkway at 04:40 from Monday to Friday, and 05:19 on Saturday.

On a Sunday morning services may take longer. The first Luton Airport Express train leaves Kettering at 11:49 but there are earlier services to Luton Airport Parkway on EMR Intercity from 07:52. You can buy tickets for both Luton Airport Express and EMR Intercity services through our online booking page.

The Luton DART runs 24 hours a day.

Can I book assistance for my journey from Kettering to Luton Airport?

Yes. You can book assistance at the station and on the train between Kettering and London Luton Airport up to just two hours before you travel. Book assistance online or call our Passenger Assist team on 08000 11 33 23.