The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for London Luton Airport 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 82 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 82 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport coaches for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h20 | 03:50 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 03:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h25 | 08:00 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h00 | 18:50 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport by coach or train
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Why should you book Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport coaches with Omio?
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 United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport
Buses from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport with National Express, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Luton Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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