The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to Luton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Luton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ilford 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 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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 Ilford to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ilford to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Luton coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 Ilford | 1h25 | 11:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Ilford | 0h50 | 11:30 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 05:30 Ilford | 1h20 | 06:50 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to Luton
Buses from Ilford to Luton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 45m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Ilford to LutonYou can travel by bus between Ilford to Luton with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ilford to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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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