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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Showing times and prices for 24 Apr
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
46 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Fast coaches
To travel from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.
NXA1 · NXA86:052h45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station8:50London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change- NXA31 · NXA812:452h38Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station15:23London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NXA80:352h20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station2:55London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NXA82:002h45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station4:45London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NXA81:002h35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station3:35London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NX422 · NXA85:402h10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station7:50London, York Road (London Eye)£221One-way1 change
- NXA31 · NXA85:052h15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station7:20London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NXA80:352h20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station2:55London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NXA80:102h25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station2:35London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NXA81:302h25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station3:55London, York Road (London Eye)£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 46 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coaches for tomorrow, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 0:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h25 | 2:35 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 0:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h20 | 2:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 1:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h35 | 3:35 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 1:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h25 | 3:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 2:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 4:45 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 2:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 5:15 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 3:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 6:15 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 5:05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h15 | 7:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX422 · NXA8 | 5:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 7:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA1 · NXA8 | On time 6:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 8:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 6:40Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h40 | 9:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 7:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h53 | 10:23 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 8:00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h53 | 10:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 8:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h53 | 11:23 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA1 · NXA8 | On time 9:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h43 | 11:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 9:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h43 | 12:28 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | Delayed 10:15 10:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h43 | 13:28 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h43 | 14:28 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 12:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h38 | 15:23 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 13:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h38 | 16:23 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 14:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h38 | 17:23 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 15:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h35 | 18:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 16:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h35 | 19:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA31 · NXA8 | On time 17:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h40 | 20:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA1 · NXA8 | On time 18:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 20:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 18:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h50 | 21:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 19:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h50 | 21:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX737 · NXA8 | On time 21:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h52 | 0:57 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coaches with Omio?
Megabus as well as National Express offer coaches services from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 2h 20m.
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 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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: Megabus, National Express from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)You can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with Megabus, National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£16
Megabus frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
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 20m
Cheapest Price
£13
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.
FAQs: London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is £19; 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 Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is 2h 20m 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 Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 23:05.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT), you can count on Megabus, National Express for the best way to get you to London Waterloo (WAT). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Luton Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from London Luton Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) for coach company Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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 Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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 Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
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