Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 10 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 84 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport costing on average £49.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 4m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 3h 4m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to London Luton Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:05 Basingstoke | 4h00 | 14:05 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 Basingstoke | 4h35 | 17:20 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:50 Basingstoke | 4h05 | 20:55 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:50 Basingstoke | 4h05 | 21:55 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 10:35, the last at 17:35. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 84 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 10:35 |
Last bus 17:35 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basingstoke to London Luton Airport buses use the Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) to London, York Road (London Eye) station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and London Luton Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court available in the shopping centre.
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z). ATMs are aTMs available in the shopping centre.
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z).
Available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z): Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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