Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 50 m
Buses on 17 Sept
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 buses from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 137 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport costing on average £55.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 51m.
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.02. The journey takes 3h 51m versus 1h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:10 Derby station (DBY) | 3h55 | 7:05 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Derby station (DBY) | 3h45 | 11:15 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 11:15. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 1:25 |
Last bus 11:15 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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