Longford to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Luton

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

53 m

Buses per day

20

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 £8.

Fast coaches

Of the 20 buses that leave Longford for Luton every day 16 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 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
08:500h55
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
09:45Luton
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
19:351h00
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
20:35Luton
£81One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX240
09:300h50
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
10:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
00:301h00
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
01:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX466 · NXA1
05:102h50
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
08:00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£281One-way
1 change

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 train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 45 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£50

Average Price

2h 2m

Average total duration

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

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30m

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Live departures

Longford to Luton bus times

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

Last updated at 07:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0h55
09:45 Luton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h00
20:35 Luton0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
national_expressNX032 · NXA104:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h50
06:50 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

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Longford to Luton

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Buses from Longford to Luton run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. 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 55m.

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 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
22
Direct buses
19
Fastest bus
55m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:50
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 Longford to LutonYou can travel by bus between Longford 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 0m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
22 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: 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 £9; 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 55m 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. 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 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 0 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 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Longford to Luton is August.
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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Longford to Luton for coach company National Express.
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.
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 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Longford to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Longford to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Longford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Longford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Longford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Longford and Luton

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