Banbury to Luton bus with National Express

Tue 03 Feb
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest coaches from Banbury to Luton

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 18 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Banbury to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Banbury to Luton will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Banbury for Luton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
16:553h00
Banbury
19:55Luton
£371One-way
0 changes
National Express
08:453h35
Banbury
12:20Luton
£381One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Banbury to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £61.

Distance: 66 km

Compare bus with

Coach
Most popular
Train

£44

Average Price

Cheapest

£61

Average Price

2h 53m

Average total duration

2h 23m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Chiltern Railways

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Banbury to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Banbury to Luton coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:45
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX460 · NX24014:00 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout
3h45
17:45 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
national_expressNX460 · NX24014:00 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout
3h30
17:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX460 · NX230
On time
17:55 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout
3h00
20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX460 · NX23017:55 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout
3h15
21:10 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
Wednesday 4 February
national_express08:45 Banbury
3h35
12:20 Luton0 changesdirect

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Banbury to Luton by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Wed
04 Feb
Thu
05 Feb
Fri
06 Feb
Sat
07 Feb
Sun
08 Feb
Mon
09 Feb
Tue
10 Feb

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Banbury to Luton

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Banbury to Luton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:16, the last at 19:05. The fastest coach covers the 66 km distance in 3h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
66 km
Average bus duration
2h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
3h 0m
First bus
04:16
Last bus
19:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Banbury to LutonYou can travel by bus between Banbury to Luton with National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£36
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Banbury to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banbury to Luton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Banbury to Luton can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Banbury to Luton is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Banbury to Luton is 3h 0m to travel the 66 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Banbury to Luton leaves at 4:16. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Banbury to Luton leaves at 19:05.
There are 8 coaches a day from Banbury to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Banbury to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Banbury and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Banbury , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout . When arriving in Luton , you can end your route in coach stations like Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Luton from Banbury is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Banbury to Luton is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Banbury and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Banbury to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Banbury to Luton for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Banbury to Luton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Banbury to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Banbury to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Banbury to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Banbury to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Banbury to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Banbury to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Banbury to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Banbury and Luton

Banbury
Luton
The major coach station for departures in Banbury is Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout for your trip from Banbury to Luton.

More options for your journey from Banbury to Luton

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone