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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Luton
Showing times and prices for 03 Aug
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
53
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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Fast coaches
Of the 53 buses that leave Longford for Luton every day 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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.
FlixBus17:401h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 319:00Luton£81One-way0 changes- FlixBus21:200h55London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 322:15Luton£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:400h55London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 310:35Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:001h00London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 318:00Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:100h55London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 320:05Luton£101One-way0 changes
NX2317:200h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 38:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£231One-way0 changes- FlixBus6:000h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 36:50Luton£101One-way0 changes
- NX2316:200h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 37:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£231One-way0 changes
- NX2409:300h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 310:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£161One-way0 changes
- NX23023:000h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 323:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£221One-way0 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 prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 45 km
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Longford to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Luton coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX230 | 23:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h50 | 23:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 23:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h05 | 0:05 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
| NX230 | 0:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 1:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 0:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h15 | 1:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 0:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h50 | 1:40 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX032 · NXA1 | 4:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h50 | 6:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 4:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h15 | 6:10 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 6:10 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h50 | 6:50 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX231 | 6:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h50 | 7:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h15 | 8:05 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 8:05 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX231 | 7:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h50 | 8:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 7:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h10 | 8:40 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 7:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 8:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 8:35 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 8:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h10 | 9:40 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 8:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 9:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 9:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h50 | 10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 9:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h05 | 10:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 10:35 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 10:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 10:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h10 | 12:00 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 13:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h15 | 13:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h15 | 14:15 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 14:15 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 13:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 15:00 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 13:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h05 | 14:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 15:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 16:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 15:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 16:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h20 | 16:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 16:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h15 | 17:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h30 | 18:00 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h20 | 18:00 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 18:00 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 17:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 18:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 17:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h35 | 19:05 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 19:00 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h20 | 19:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 19:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 19:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h15 | 20:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 19:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 20:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 20:05 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1h20 | 20:40 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 20:40 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h10 | 21:10 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0h55 | 22:15 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 21:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h00 | 22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 21:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h15 | 22:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Longford to Luton run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 50m.
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 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
5 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
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
20 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.
Complete guide to Luton
Things to do in Luton
Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.
- 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.
- Must visit
Wardown Park
Large landscaped park with formal gardens, lake, museum and open space, ideal for a relaxed walk close to central Luton.
- Recommended
Stockwood Park
Parkland site with gardens, heritage displays and family-friendly walking routes around the Discovery Centre and museum grounds.
- Recommended
Galley and Warden Hills
Nature reserve and chalk downland area with trails and wide views, popular for walking and a quieter escape above the town.
Bedfordshire Clanger
A Bedfordshire classic: suet pastry pudding filled with chopped beef, onions and stock. Long linked to local home cooking across Bedfordshire, including Luton.
- Vegetarian
Stuffed Bedfordshire Onions
A traditional Bedfordshire dish of baked onions stuffed with seasoned sage and breadcrumbs. It reflects thrifty local cooking from the surrounding county.
Bedfordshire Suet Crust Pie
A rich suet pastry pie with bacon, onions and potatoes. It is an old Bedfordshire comfort food once popular with labourers and farming families.
Monna Lisa
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively modern setting close to the town centre.
Gautam's
Well-known South Indian venue specialising in dosas, curries and vegetarian dishes in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
Off The Wall
Established steakhouse and grill known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a smart but approachable 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.
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 £8; 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 50m 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 19 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 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Longford to Luton is April.
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, with some services arriving at Luton, Station Interchange. 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 Interchange
City-centre transport
Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre
Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
City-centre transport
Getting to Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) from Luton city centre
BusZ · 11m · £2 · every ~15 min
A · 1h 5m · £2 · every ~13 min
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