Longford to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Luton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£26

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

50 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

50 m

Buses on 17 Sept

54

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Longford to Luton will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 54 buses from Longford to Luton, including 51 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:201h20
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    20:40Luton
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:100h55
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    20:05Luton
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:401h20
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    19:00Luton
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:251h00
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    19:25Luton
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:401h00
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    20:40Luton
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Longford to Luton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Longford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 45 km

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Coach
Train
Driving

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

£49

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 49m

Average total duration

1h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Longford to Luton is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Longford to Luton:

A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Longford to Luton costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from Longford to Luton is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Longford and Luton including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £42. The journey takes 1h 10m versus 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Longford to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Longford to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus0:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h50
1:40 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX032 · NXA14:00 Longford
2h50
6:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX467 · LU7574:40 Longford
3h10
7:50 Luton, Station Interchange1 change
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h15
6:10 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
6:10 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h50
6:50 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2316:20 Longford
0h50
7:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h15
8:05 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
8:05 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2317:20 Longford
0h50
8:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2307:30 Longford
1h10
8:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2307:30 Longford
0h55
8:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
8:35 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2308:30 Longford
1h10
9:40 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2308:30 Longford
0h55
9:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2409:30 Longford
1h05
10:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2409:30 Longford
0h50
10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
10:35 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23010:50 Longford
1h10
12:00 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23010:50 Longford
0h55
11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23012:20 Longford
1h15
13:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23012:20 Longford
1h00
13:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h15
14:15 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
14:15 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23013:40 Longford
1h20
15:00 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23013:40 Longford
1h05
14:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23015:00 Longford
1h35
16:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23015:00 Longford
1h20
16:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h20
16:55 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h00
16:55 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX24016:30 Longford
1h30
18:00 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX24016:30 Longford
1h15
17:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h20
18:00 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h00
18:00 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23017:30 Longford
1h35
19:05 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23017:30 Longford
1h20
18:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h20
19:00 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h20
19:25 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h00
19:25 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23019:00 Longford
1h15
20:15 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23019:00 Longford
1h00
20:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
20:05 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1h20
20:40 Luton0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h00
20:40 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23020:00 Longford
1h10
21:10 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23020:00 Longford
0h55
20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
22:15 Luton0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23021:30 Longford
1h15
22:45 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23021:30 Longford
1h00
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23023:00 Longford
1h05
0:05 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23023:00 Longford
0h50
23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX44023:59 Longford
2h51
2:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Longford to Luton.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Longford to Luton.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Longford to Luton.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Longford to Luton

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Buses from Longford to Luton run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 32 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 40m.

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
45 km
Average bus duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
34
Direct buses
32
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
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 Longford to LutonYou can travel by bus between Longford to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. 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 FlixBus Duration
50m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
20 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 National Express Duration
40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£15
National Express frequency
19 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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Things to do in Luton

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  • Must visit

Wardown House Museum and Gallery

Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.

  • Recommended

The Hat Factory

Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.

  • Recommended

Stockwood Discovery Centre

Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.

FAQs: Longford to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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 Longford to Luton can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Longford to Luton is £20; 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 Longford to Luton is 40m to travel the 45 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 Longford to Luton leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Longford to Luton leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 32 direct coaches a day from Longford to Luton with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Longford to Luton, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Longford and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Longford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 . When arriving in Luton , you can end your route in coach stations like Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney).Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Luton from Longford is worth doing with a journey time of 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Longford to Luton is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Longford and Luton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Longford to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Longford to Luton for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Longford 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.
  • 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 Longford to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Longford to Luton:
  • 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 Longford to Luton:
  • 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 Longford to Luton. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Longford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Longford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Longford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Longford and Luton

Most Longford to Luton buses use the London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 to Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Longford and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Longford
Arrival bus stations in Luton

Which Luton station do buses from Longford arrive at?

Buses from Longford to Luton most often arrive at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station. Some services arrive at Luton, Station Interchange, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Luton arrival station.
Luton, Station InterchangeLuton Station Interchange, Luton LU1 2WG, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Luton, Station Interchange bus station facilities and services

Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.

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