London Heathrow Airport to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Luton

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

53 m

Buses per day

50

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Luton will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

Of the 50 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Luton every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 55 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
19:351h00
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
20:35Luton
£61One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:500h55
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
09:45Luton
£61One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX030 · NXA1
04:503h10
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
08:00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£151One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX035 · NXA31
05:103h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
08:15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£161One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX240
08:551h25
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
10:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to Luton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 46 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£48

Average Price

1h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 53m

Average total duration

1h 23m

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30m

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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Luton coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:05 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
18:30 Luton0 changesdirect
national_express20:05 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
21:30 Luton0 changesdirect
national_express22:45 London Heathrow Airport
1h45
00:30 Luton0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
national_expressNX23000:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h25
01:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NXA100:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h15
04:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNXA40 · NXA3103:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h05
07:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX032 · NXA104:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h50
06:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNXA40 · NXA3104:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
2h55
07:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX030 · NXA104:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h10
08:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NXA104:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h10
08:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX035 · NXA3105:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h05
08:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX466 · NXA105:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h50
08:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX035 · NXA3105:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h50
08:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX23006:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h35
08:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX23007:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1h25
08:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX23008:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h20
09:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX24008:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h35
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
09:45 Luton0 changesdirect
national_expressNX24008:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1h25
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Luton run on average 46 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 31 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 1h 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
46 km
Average bus duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
46
Direct buses
31
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
00:00
Last bus
22:45
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 London Heathrow Airport to LutonYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Luton with National Express for as low as £5. 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
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£11
National Express frequency
45 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: London Heathrow Airport to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Luton can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Luton is £11; 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 London Heathrow Airport to Luton is 55m to travel the 46 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 London Heathrow Airport to Luton leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton leaves at 23:59.
Yes, there are 33 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport to Luton with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Luton from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

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