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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Luton
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
158 km
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 £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
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.
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 £10. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:05 Bristol | 9h25 | 11:30 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:45 Bristol | 4h30 | 08:15 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:05 Bristol | 6h25 | 11:30 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:10 Bristol | 9h40 | 06:50 Luton | 0 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 17 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 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 30m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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