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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for 23 Feb

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Buses per day

17

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

Of the 17 buses that leave Leicester for London Luton Airport every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 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.

National ExpressNX440 · NX230
08:153h05
Leicester, Braunstone
11:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX230
10:102h05
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
12:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
01:452h00
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
03:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
14:552h20
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
17:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
13:502h10
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
16:00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leicester to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £19.

Distance: 99 km

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Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£40

Average Price

2h 27m

Average total duration

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

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Live departures

Leicester to London Luton Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Luton Airport coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX440 · NX230
On time
08:35 Leicester, Braunstone
2h45
11:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX24010:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h00
12:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX70711:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h40
15:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX70711:40 Leicester, Braunstone
3h30
15:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
Monday 23 February
national_expressNX23001:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h00
03:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX23002:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h00
04:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX24003:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h00
05:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX23003:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h10
05:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to London Luton Airport

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Buses from Leicester to London Luton Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 99 km distance in 2h 0m.

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
99 km
Average bus duration
1h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
2h 0m
First bus
03:45
Last bus
23:45
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 from Leicester to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as £16. 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 Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£16
National Express frequency
17 a day
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.

FAQs: Leicester to London Luton Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to London Luton Airport can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to London Luton Airport is £26; 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport is 2h 0m to travel the 99 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport leaves at 3:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from Leicester to London Luton Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and London Luton Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to London Luton Airport 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to London Luton Airport:
  • 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and London Luton Airport

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Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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