Luton Station Parking for Daily Commuters: What You Need to Know
Your guide to booking parking near Luton's train stations before you leave home.
Luton Train Station Parking: Car Park Prices, Alternatives and Booking Ahead
Fast trains from Luton reach London St Pancras in around 25 minutes, but the drive to the station can undo all that good work. The station car park at Luton charges £8.10 a day on weekdays, rising to £11.40 at Luton Airport Parkway, and the streets around both stations fill up early. Knowing your options before you set off means you can lock in a cheaper space and get on with your morning.
Take Sam, who drives in from Dunstable three mornings a week to catch the fast train from Luton to St Pancras. Swapping the station car park's £8.10 weekday rate for a pre-booked space nearby could save him around £65 a month. Because it's booked ahead, he'd never be left circling for a spot before an early train.
Book your Luton station parking before you leave home and you'll know exactly where you're parking, what you're paying and how long the walk to the platform takes, every single day.
Book Parking Near Luton Station
Reserve parking near Luton station from £2.90 per day, with car parks and private driveways around the town centre, many within a short walk of the platform.
Book parking near Luton station in the town centre, with car parks and driveways a few minutes' walk from the platform.
Pay by the hour, day or month, whichever suits the way you commute.
Extend your stay from the app if a late meeting or delayed train keeps you in London longer than planned.
Filter for what you need, including EV charging, CCTV and overnight parking.
Luton Station Car Parks: What They Cost
Luton's two main stations both have APCOA-run car parks, and Parkway is noticeably pricier on weekdays.
Luton station (Midland Road), LU2 0HR: £8.10 a weekday, £4.00 at weekends, £33.70 a week, £129.70 a month or £1,116.30 a year.
Luton Airport Parkway, LU1 3JW: £11.40 a weekday, £3.80 after 5pm and at weekends, £47.70 a week, £179.00 a month or £1,535.10 a year.
Daily rates expire at 4am, a 15p convenience fee applies, and Blue Badge holders park free once registered with APCOA. Booking through JustPark a short walk away undercuts both, though savings vary by listing.
JustPark Alternatives Near Luton Station
This is where most of the savings are. Rather than paying a fixed tariff at the station car parks, JustPark lists private driveways and car park spaces within easy reach of the platform, bookable by the hour, the day or the month.
Park at Power Court Main Car Park, around a 10-minute walk from Luton station, with a long-stay section where you can book a week at a time.
Book a space off New Town Street, around a 12-minute walk from Luton station and close to the University of Bedfordshire and The Mall.
Reserve a driveway on Lansdowne Road, a few minutes' drive from the station, with 24/7 access and no permits needed.
JustPark Prices Near Luton Station
Parking through JustPark near Luton station starts from £2.90 a day, with monthly parking available from £68.40.
That's around 64% cheaper than the station car park's £8.10 weekday rate, and roughly 47% cheaper than its £129.70 monthly ticket.
These are starting prices and vary by listing, since they're privately owned driveways and car parks rather than the operator-run station car parks, so always check the individual space before booking to confirm price, walking distance and any access restrictions.
Monthly Parking Near Luton Station
If you're driving to Luton station every week, monthly parking with JustPark is the simplest way to take the daily cost and hassle out of your commute. Monthly spaces near Luton station start from £68.40, compared with £129.70 for the station car park's monthly ticket. You also get the same space waiting for you every time you drive in.
It's just as useful if you're not in five days a week. With JustPark's commuter parking options, you can choose between Monday to Friday and 24/7 monthly spaces, or book by the day for the days you're in the office. Your price is locked in from the start, which keeps your monthly costs predictable. It also takes one more decision off your plate before you've had your morning coffee.
Train Services From Luton Station
Luton station sits in the town centre and is served by Thameslink and East Midlands Railway. Once you've parked, your onward options include:
London St Pancras, with the fastest East Midlands Railway trains taking around 25 minutes.
Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars and London Bridge on Thameslink, which runs through central London without changing, roughly every 10 to 15 minutes through the day.
Gatwick Airport and Brighton on Thameslink services continuing south.
Northbound services to Bedford and beyond.
Contactless pay as you go, accepted at Luton, Luton Airport Parkway and Leagrave, so you can tap in and out with a bank card or phone.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luton Station Parking
Where is Luton station car park?
The station car park is on Station Road, LU2 0HR, next to the station. JustPark spaces are spread across the surrounding streets, including Power Court and New Town Street, all within a short walk of the platform.
How much does parking cost at Luton train station?
The station car park charges £8.10 on weekdays and £4.00 at weekends, or £129.70 for a monthly ticket. Booking through JustPark nearby starts from £2.90 a day, with monthly parking from £68.40.
Is Luton station contactless?
Yes. Contactless pay as you go is accepted at Luton, Luton Airport Parkway and Leagrave stations, so you can tap in and out with a bank card or phone.
How many train stations are there in Luton?
Luton has three railway stations: Luton in the town centre, Luton Airport Parkway in the south near the M1, and Leagrave in the north of the town.
Live Near Luton Station? Rent Out Your Driveway
Luton is one of Bedfordshire's busiest commuter towns, and plenty of drivers would rather book a driveway than battle for a space on the street. If your drive sits empty while you're at work, rent out your driveway with JustPark and turn it into a regular side income.
It's free to list, you set your own availability and price, and the first £1,000 you earn each year is tax-free under the trading allowance.
Book Your Luton Station Parking Today
Spaces closest to the station can go quickly, especially midweek. Book ahead, lock in your price and know exactly where you're parking before you leave home, so your only job in the morning is catching your train.
Book Your Luton Station Parking Today
