The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Luton
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Luton will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Carlisle for Luton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 375 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 30 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.
0:5510h30Carlisle11:25Luton£231One-way0 changes
0:5510h30Carlisle11:25Luton£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Carlisle to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 375 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£32 Average Price | £109 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 0:55 Carlisle | 10h30 | 11:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Luton.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Luton
Buses from Carlisle to Luton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 375 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 375 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Carlisle to LutonYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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