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

Showing times and prices for 16 Apr

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 35 m

Buses per day

24

Distance

123 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.

Fast coaches

Of the 24 buses that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for London Luton Airport every day 9 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 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 ExpressNX400 · NXA1
    19:405h10
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    0:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX400 · NX440
    20:456h05
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    2:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX541 · NX737
    13:002h50
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    15:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX707
    19:003h05
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    22:05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    £341One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX707
    16:303h25
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    19:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    £341One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express19:40 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
5h10
0:50 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect
Thursday 16 April
national_expressNX7070:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
3:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX2312:10 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
5h00
7:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX4222:25 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h10
4:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX7073:35 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h55
6:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX421 · NX230
On time
4:10 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h55
7:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX2404:50 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
4h30
9:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX7075:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
9:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX2307:15 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
5h05
12:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX541 · NX230
On time
7:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX7078:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h10
11:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX541 · NX7078:55 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h45
11:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX541 · NX2408:55 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h45
11:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX410 · NX2309:35 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h10
13:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX70711:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h10
14:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX541 · NX73712:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
14:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX70713:15 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h10
16:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX541 · NX70713:55 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h30
16:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX541 · NX73715:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h45
17:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX70715:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h25
18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX590 · NX70716:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
2h55
18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX70718:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h05
21:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX400 · NXA1
On time
18:40 Birmingham, Coach Station
5h10
23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change

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Journey information

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

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Buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:25, 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 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
23
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
3:25
Last bus
19:40
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 AirportYou can travel by bus between Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as £15. 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
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£15
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 coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport is £22; 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 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 leaves at 3:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport leaves at 19:40.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport 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 is December.
Yes, you can take a coach between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport 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.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport:
  • 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:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport 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 with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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