The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dartford to Luton
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dartford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dartford to Luton will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Dartford for Luton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dartford to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. 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 £25, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 65 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Dartford to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Luton coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:30 Dartford | 3h50 | 20:20 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
![]() | 07:40 Dartford | 3h40 | 11:20 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Dartford | 3h50 | 16:50 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dartford to Luton
Buses from Dartford to Luton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:42, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 01:42 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach London from Dartford to LutonYou can travel by bus between Dartford to Luton with National Express, Stagecoach London for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dartford to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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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