Hendon to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hendon to Luton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£17

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

40 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 4 m

Buses on 18 Sept

24

Distance

35 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hendon to Luton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 24 buses from Hendon to Luton, including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 38 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:590h41
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    0:40Luton
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:300h40
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    8:10Luton
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:400h45
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    12:25Luton
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNXA1 · NX737
    22:051h54
    London, Golders Green Station
    23:59Luton, Station Interchange
    £141One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA2 · NX737
    19:531h37
    London, Golders Green Station
    21:30Luton, Station Interchange
    £141One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hendon to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hendon to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £12.

Distance: 35 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£12

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 10m

Average total duration

1h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Hendon to Luton is a train with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from Hendon to Luton:

A train is £0.74 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Hendon to Luton costing on average £12.

The fastest way to travel from Hendon to Luton is by train with an average journey time of 33m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hendon and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 34m 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.

Live departures

Hendon to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Hendon to Luton coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus23:59 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
0h41
0:40 Luton0 changesdirect
Friday 18 September
National ExpressNXA2 · NX7370:45 London, Golders Green Station
2h15
3:00 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · LU7570:50 London, Golders Green Station
3h00
3:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · LU7571:40 London, Golders Green Station
3h10
4:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · LU7572:40 London, Golders Green Station
3h10
5:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · LU7574:00 London, Golders Green Station
2h50
6:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · LU7574:10 London, Golders Green Station
3h40
7:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · LU7575:30 London, Golders Green Station
3h25
8:55 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA1 · NX7377:13 London, Golders Green Station
1h47
9:00 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
0h40
8:10 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX7379:17 London, Golders Green Station
1h58
11:15 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
0h45
12:25 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX73711:52 London, Golders Green Station
1h38
13:30 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA1 · LU75712:00 London, Golders Green Station
3h30
15:30 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNX426 · LU75712:20 London, Golders Green Station
3h30
15:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA1 · NX73714:20 London, Golders Green Station
1h40
16:00 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA1 · LU75715:00 London, Golders Green Station
3h50
18:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA1 · NX73717:20 London, Golders Green Station
1h55
19:15 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX73719:53 London, Golders Green Station
1h37
21:30 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · LU75720:10 London, Golders Green Station
3h20
23:30 Luton, Station Interchange1 change

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Why should you book Hendon to Luton coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as First Bus London, Metroline Travel, Uno and more offer coaches services from Hendon to Luton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Hendon to Luton.

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 First Bus London, Metroline Travel or Uno to find the best option for your trip from Hendon to Luton.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Hendon to Luton

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Buses from Hendon to Luton run on average 43 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 1h 25m.

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
35 km
Average bus duration
1h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
43
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
0:01
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 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

Bus providers: National Express, First Bus London, Metroline Travel, Uno from Hendon to LutonYou can travel by bus between Hendon to Luton with National Express, First Bus London, Metroline Travel, Uno for as low as £4. 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
3h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£21
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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

First Bus London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average First Bus London Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest First Bus London Price
£12
First Bus London frequency
36 a day

Metroline Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Metroline Travel Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Metroline Travel Price
£12
Metroline Travel frequency
6 a day

Uno

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Uno Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Uno Price
£14
Uno frequency
1 a day

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: Hendon to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hendon 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
Cheap coach tickets from Hendon to Luton can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Hendon to Luton is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Hendon to Luton is 1h 25m to travel the 35 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Hendon to Luton leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Hendon to Luton leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Hendon to Luton with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Hendon to Luton, you can count on National Express, First Bus London, Metroline Travel, Uno for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Hendon and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Hendon , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Golders Green Station, London, Lithos Road, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Coach Station . When arriving in Luton , you can end your route in coach stations like Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney).Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Golders Green Station, which is located around 8 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Luton from Hendon is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Hendon to Luton is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hendon and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Hendon to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Hendon to Luton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Hendon 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Hendon to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Hendon 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 Hendon to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Hendon to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Hendon to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Hendon to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Hendon to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hendon and Luton

Most Hendon to Luton buses use the London, Golders Green Station to Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Luton, Station Interchange. Use this guide to compare Hendon and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Hendon
Arrival bus stations in Luton

Which Luton station do buses from Hendon arrive at?

Buses from Hendon to Luton most often arrive at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station. Some services arrive at Luton, Station Interchange, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Luton arrival station.
Luton, Station InterchangeLuton Station Interchange, Luton LU1 2WG, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Luton, Station Interchange bus station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.

Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney)Dunstable Rd, Luton, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) from Luton city centre

Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:

BusZ · 11m · £2 · every ~15 min
A · 1h 5m · £2 · every ~13 min

Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) bus station facilities and services

Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) 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 Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.

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