4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Luton
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Luton will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Leeds for Luton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 226 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 9 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 Leeds to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 226 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Leeds to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Luton coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX426 · NX707 | 15:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h40 | 19:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX426 · NX707 | 15:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h25 | 19:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 5h40 | 21:50 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 change | |
| NX426 · NX707 | 18:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h05 | 22:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX426 · NX707 | 18:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 4h20 | 22:20 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX466 · LU757 | On time 23:59 Leeds, Coach Station | 8h41 | 08:40 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX466 · NXA1 | On time 23:59 Leeds, Coach Station | 8h01 | 08:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Monday 23 February | |||||
| 04:45 Leeds | 7h40 | 12:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:10 Leeds | 7h30 | 17:40 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Luton
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Buses from Leeds to Luton run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 226 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leeds to LutonYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Coaches from Leeds to Luton
Al of the coach services between Leeds in the North of England and Luton, close to London, are operated by National Express. There are regular services throughout the day, departing from the early hours of the morning from Leeds right through until the late evening. Journey times vary between about four hours and seven hours 40 minutes, depending on the service and departure time. Some routes are direct, while others involve either one or two changes along the way.
Which coach companies travel from Leeds to Luton?
All of the multiple daily services that run between Leeds and Luton are operated by National Express. They depart from the National Express stand at Leeds Coach Station and they terminate at the Luton bus stop on Station Road, located close to Luton Rail Station and with an easy onward journey to Luton Airport for both national and international flights.
How long is the coach from Leeds to Luton?
There are a variety of different buses that run daily between Leeds and Luton and all have a different journey time. The fastest journey can be made in only four hours. There are also many trips that last between five and six hours in duration, while the longest journey time is around seven hours and 40 minutes. The journey time generally depends on how many changes there are; journeys with two changes take the longest.
How many coaches are there from Leeds to Luton?
There are many different buses that depart from Leeds for Luton every day. Customers can choose from about 15 services on a typical day. They depart very regularly, with many convenient, early morning coaches, plenty leaving in the afternoon, and nighttime services too.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Leeds to Luton?
Departure coach station: Coaches bound for Luton from Leeds depart from Leeds Coach Station, which is located right in the centre of the city and close to Leeds Rail Station, which is only a short walk away. The coach station has a waiting room, coffee shop, charging points, pay phones, cash machines and public toilet facilities.
Arrival coach station: Bus services from Leeds terminate at the Luton stop on Station Road, which is just a one-minute walk from Luton rail station and 10 minutes from Luton Airport via buses 99 or 757.
FAQs: Leeds to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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