Like any large town, stay aware of your surroundings.

How to get to the airport?

Take the DART shuttle from Luton Airport Parkway station.

What is the best road?

The A11 to M11 is the standard route.

It is generally affordable for accommodation.

Lowestoft

Luton

Train Driving

Lowestoft to Luton

Updated: 28 May 2026

Luton is a major town in Bedfordshire, home to a large international airport. The drive from Lowestoft is 200 km via the A11 and M11. Rail travel is available with a change in London. Luton is well-known for its diverse community and the Luton Hoo estate.

Total Distance: 200 km driving distance, 170 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is faster than the train by about 45 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the most cost-effective for this route.

Compare Lowestoft to Luton Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	3 hours 30 mins	2 hours 45 mins
Avg Price	45-85 GBP	30-50 GBP
Operator	Greater Anglia / Thameslink	Personal Vehicle
Route	Lowestoft to Ipswich, Ipswich to London, London to Luton	A146, A11, M11, M25
Tip	Thameslink trains provide frequent service to Luton from London.	Luton can have heavy traffic; plan your arrival accordingly.

Travel Tips

Airport Traffic
Luton Airport traffic can be heavy; allow extra time.
Train Transfers
Use the Thameslink service for a direct route from London St Pancras.
Parking
Use the Arndale car park for central shopping access.
Railcard
Use a Network Railcard for cheaper off-peak travel.
Booking
Book train tickets in advance to save money.