Birmingham to London Luton Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for 24 May

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

3 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 29 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

124 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham 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 to London Luton Airport will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham for London Luton Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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
    19:405h10
    Birmingham
    0:50London Luton Airport
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    18:405h10
    Birmingham
    23:50London Luton Airport
    £211One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    11:003h10
    Birmingham
    14:10London Luton Airport
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    19:003h05
    Birmingham
    22:05London Luton Airport
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    20:005h50
    Birmingham
    1:50London Luton Airport
    £331One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Birmingham to London Luton Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London Luton Airport coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express11:00 Birmingham
3h10
14:10 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to London Luton Airport

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Buses from Birmingham to London Luton Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 124 km distance in 2h 50m.

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
124 km
Average bus duration
2h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
2h 50m
First bus
1:30
Last bus
20:00
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as £17. 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 50m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
17 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 to London Luton Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 to London Luton Airport can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to London Luton Airport is £24; 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 to London Luton Airport is 2h 50m to travel the 124 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 to London Luton Airport leaves at 1:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport leaves at 20:00.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to London Luton Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham 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 and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport is May.
Yes, you can take a coach between Birmingham and London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham 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 to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham 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 to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and London Luton Airport

Birmingham
London
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
Birmingham, Brunel Street

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