London to Dunstable bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Dunstable

Showing times and prices for 25 Feb

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

1 h 6 m

Buses per day

52

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Dunstable will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

Of the 52 buses that leave London for Dunstable every day 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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
11:001h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
12:25Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
11:400h45
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
12:25Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
07:000h40
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
07:40Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
06:301h10
London, Victoria Coach Station
07:40Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
£41One-way
0 changes
National ExpressLU757
04:201h30
London, Victoria Coach Station
05:50Luton, Station Interchange
£181One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London to Dunstable

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dunstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 50 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£11

Average Price

1h 58m

Average total duration

1h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

London to Dunstable bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Dunstable coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressLU75714:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
16:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75715:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
17:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75715:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
17:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75716:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
18:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75716:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
18:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75717:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h54
19:19 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75717:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h54
19:49 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75718:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h44
20:09 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75718:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h45
20:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75719:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h45
21:10 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75719:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h45
21:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75720:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
21:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75720:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
22:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75721:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
22:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75721:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
23:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75722:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
00:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75723:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
00:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75723:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
01:10 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
Wednesday 25 February
national_expressLU75700:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
01:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75701:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
02:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75702:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
03:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75703:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
04:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75704:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
05:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
04:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
09:10 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
national_expressLU75705:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h30
06:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75706:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
07:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h10
07:40 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
11:20 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
0h40
07:40 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75707:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
08:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75708:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
09:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h05
13:35 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
national_expressLU75708:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
10:10 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75709:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
10:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75709:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h40
11:10 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75710:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
11:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75710:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
12:10 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75710:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
12:30 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h25
12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75711:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
12:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h05
16:05 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
national_expressLU75711:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
13:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
0h45
12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75712:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
13:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75713:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
14:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75713:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
15:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75714:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
15:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h20
19:20 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
national_expressLU75714:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
16:20 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h05
21:35 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
00:05 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX737
On time
22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h30
03:00 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Dunstable

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Buses from London to Dunstable run on average 66 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 48 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 10m.

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
50 km
Average bus duration
1h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Buses per day
66
Direct buses
48
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:51
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, FlixBus from London to DunstableYou can travel by bus between London to Dunstable with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£3
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 30m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
63 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 to Dunstable coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Dunstable 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 Dunstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Dunstable can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Dunstable is £6; 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 to Dunstable is 1h 10m to travel the 50 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 to Dunstable leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Dunstable leaves at 23:51.
Yes, there are 48 direct coaches a day from London to Dunstable with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Dunstable, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Dunstable. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Dunstable and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Dunstable from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Dunstable is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Dunstable including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Dunstable:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Dunstable for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Dunstable 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.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 to Dunstable.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Dunstable:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Dunstable:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London to Dunstable. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Dunstable with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Dunstable with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Dunstable with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Dunstable

London
Dunstable
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great South West Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
  • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
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