Bristol to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Luton

Showing times and prices for 15 Feb

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

7 h 30 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

158 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Luton will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Luton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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
16:204h15
Bristol
20:35Luton
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
06:056h20
Bristol
12:25Luton
£141One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
05:154h30
Bristol
09:45Luton
£201One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:305h00
Bristol
23:30Luton
£211One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:454h30
Bristol
09:15Luton
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Luton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 158 km

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Train

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£69

Average Price

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Bristol to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Luton coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX100 · NX707
Delayed
07:40 01:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h35
07:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA31
Delayed
16:00 04:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h30
11:45 11:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX200 · NX230
Delayed
15:35 05:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h20
15:55 15:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA31
Delayed
16:00 05:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h45
11:45 11:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA31
Delayed
16:00 06:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h45
11:45 11:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX230
Delayed
08:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h40
15:55 15:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX200 · NX230
Delayed
15:35 09:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h20
15:55 15:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA31
Delayed
16:00 09:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h50
14:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX200 · NX230
Delayed
15:35 11:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h35
15:55 15:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX230
On time
12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h55
15:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX200 · NX240
Delayed
15:35 13:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h20
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA31
Delayed
16:00 13:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h05
18:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX230
On time
14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h25
18:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA31
Delayed
16:00 14:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h05
19:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX200 · NX230
Delayed
15:35 15:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h10
19:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus16:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h15
20:35 Luton1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX230
On time
16:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h25
20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA1
On time
16:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h10
21:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX230
On time
18:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h30
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA2
On time
18:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h00
23:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX200 · NX230
On time
19:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h00
23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA1
On time
20:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h50
00:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NXA2
On time
20:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h00
01:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NX440
On time
21:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h35
02:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX100 · NX707
On time
21:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h00
04:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_express04:45 Bristol
4h30
09:15 Luton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus05:15 Bristol
4h30
09:45 Luton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus06:05 Bristol
6h20
12:25 Luton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Luton

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Buses from Bristol to Luton run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 4h 15m.

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
158 km
Average bus duration
3h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
21
Fastest bus
4h 15m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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, FlixBus from Bristol to LutonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
£16
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.

Buses from Bristol to Luton

Travelling on buses from Bristol to Luton can take as little as 4 hours when using the service provided by National Express. The journey includes a change at Heathrow Airport to catch a connecting bus to Luton. In the morning, the first bus departs Bristol Coach Station at roughly 4:30 a.m., including the weekends. At the end of the day, the last service leaves Bristol before 7:00 p.m. arriving into Luton before 11:00 p.m. Buses from Bristol to Luton are frequent, with at least an hourly service and sometimes more buses, e.g. at peak times.

Taking the Bus from Bristol

Travellers leaving for Luton will depart from Bristol Bus Station, it is centrally located on Marlborough Street, close to the popular Broadmead Shopping centre. First, Stagecoach and ABus operate many services to the terminus from the west of England and the local area. There is also an A1 Flyer route which provides a connection to Bristol Airport. The city has a well established network of night buses provided by First, route X2 stops at Bristol Bus Station.

Getting into Luton by Bus

Luton is a large town in the county of Bedfordshire, it has many cultural attractions such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre and a vibrant annual carnival, which welcomes over 100,000 visitors from across the globe. People arriving by bus will disembark at the Luton Bus Interchange at the end of Station Road, next to the train terminus. From here it takes two minutes to walk to the town centre, although there are many road and rail links to local and regional destinations. There is no comprehensive night bus service; however, the Green Line bus company operate route 757, 24 hours a day, linking Luton town to the airport and London.

FAQs: Bristol to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Luton can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Luton is £18; 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 Bristol to Luton is 4h 15m to travel the 158 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 Bristol to Luton leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Luton leaves at 23:55.
There are 21 coaches a day from Bristol to Luton which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Luton, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, University Queens Road, Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate, Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange), Bristol, Clifton Down, Bristol, White Tree, Bristol, Blackboy Hill . 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), Stevenage, A602 (Stevenage Railway Station).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), 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 Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Luton is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Luton for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Bristol to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bristol to Luton. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Luton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Luton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Luton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Luton

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Luton
The major coach station for departures in Bristol is Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) for your trip from Bristol to Luton.
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