Burnley to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burnley to Luton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£47
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£47
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
6 h 55 m
Buses on 02 Nov
1
Distance
246 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Burnley to Luton will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.

Fast coaches

On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 buses from Burnley to Luton, including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Burnley to Luton

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Buses from Burnley to Luton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 07:45, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 246 km distance in 5h 20m.

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
246 km
Average bus duration
5h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£44
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
7:45
Last bus
18:00
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
7 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Burnley to Luton trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Burnley to Luton.

Cheap coach tickets from Burnley to Luton can start from as little as £44 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Burnley to Luton is £48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Burnley to Luton leaves at 7:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Burnley to Luton leaves at 18:00.
There are 3 coaches a day from Burnley to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Why should you book Burnley to Luton coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Burnley to Luton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Burnley to Luton.

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Burnley to Luton.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Burnley to Luton.

Bus providers: National Express from Burnley to LutonYou can travel by bus between Burnley to Luton with National Express for as low as £44. 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 National Express Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
£44
National Express frequency
3 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Burnley and Luton

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Burnley to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Burnley and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Burnley to Luton:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Burnley to Luton for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Burnley 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Burnley to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Burnley to Luton:
  • 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 Burnley to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Burnley to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Burnley to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Burnley to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Burnley to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

Complete guide to Luton

Things to do in Luton

Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.

  • Must visit

Wardown House Museum and Gallery

Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.

  • Recommended

The Hat Factory

Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.

  • Recommended

Stockwood Discovery Centre

Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.

FAQs: Burnley to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley 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
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Burnley and Luton including taking a train, coach and flight.
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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Luton

Most Burnley to Luton buses use the Burnley, Bus Station to Luton, Station Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). Use this guide to compare Burnley and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Burnley
Arrival bus stations in Luton

Which Burnley station do buses to Luton leave from?

Buses from Burnley to Luton leave from Burnley, Bus Station. The station is 1 km from Burnley city centre at Burnley, Burnley BB11 2AE, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Burnley, Bus Station from Burnley city centre

Burnley, Bus Station is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus5, Cg1 · 3m · every ~8 min

Burnley, Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Burnley, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Burnley, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Burnley, Bus Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Burnley, Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Burnley, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible station.

Bus stations for Burnley to Luton

Check bus stations information for Burnley and Luton, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Burnley , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Burnley, Bus Station . When arriving in Luton , you can end your route in coach stations like Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Burnley, Bus Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, Station Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.

Most popular bus connections from Burnley

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