Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 28 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

123 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for London Luton Airport (LUA) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.

FlixBus
07:004h35
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:35London Luton Airport (LUA)
£131One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:003h20
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
21:20London Luton Airport (LUA)
£251One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
06:005h30
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:30London Luton Airport (LUA)
£251One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:40 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
5h10
23:50 London Luton Airport (LUA)0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
meinfernbus_flixbus06:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
5h30
11:30 London Luton Airport (LUA)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus07:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h35
11:35 London Luton Airport (LUA)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

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Buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 19:40. The fastest coach covers the 123 km distance in 2h 10m.

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
123 km
Average bus duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
36
Direct buses
18
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
19:40
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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA)You can travel by bus between Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with National Express for as low as £10. 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 20m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
36 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: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) 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 (LUA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is £17; 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is 2h 10m to travel the 123 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) leaves at 1:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) leaves at 19:40.
Yes, there are 18 direct coaches a day from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport (LUA). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Luton Airport (LUA) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport (LUA) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is May.
Yes, you can take a coach between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Luton Airport (LUA).
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA):
  • 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with the following coach company: National Express.

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