The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Basingstoke will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Luton to Basingstoke you need to make at least one change.
NXA31 · NX03511:453h50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station15:35Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£281One-way1 change
NXA31 · NX0357:304h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station11:30Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£281One-way1 change
NXA2 · NX03519:303h55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station23:25Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£281One-way1 change
LU757 · NX0357:154h15Luton, Station Interchange11:30Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£291One-way1 change
LU757 · NX03511:154h20Luton, Station Interchange15:35Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£291One-way1 change
NXA31 · NX03515:453h45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station19:30Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£301One-way1 change
NXA31 · NX03511:453h50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station15:35Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£281One-way1 change
NXA2 · NX03519:303h55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station23:25Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£281One-way1 change
NXA31 · NX0357:304h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station11:30Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£281One-way1 change
LU757 · NX03519:154h10Luton, Station Interchange23:25Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)£291One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 83 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Basingstoke bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Basingstoke coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LU757 · NX035 | 7:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 4h15 | 11:30 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX035 | Delayed 10:15 7:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h00 | 11:30 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX035 | 11:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 4h20 | 15:35 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX035 | On time 11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h50 | 15:35 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX035 | 15:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 4h15 | 19:30 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX035 | On time 15:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h45 | 19:30 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX035 | 19:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 4h10 | 23:25 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA2 · NX035 | On time 19:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h55 | 23:25 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Basingstoke
Buses from Luton to Basingstoke run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to BasingstokeYou can travel by bus between Luton to Basingstoke with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Basingstoke coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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