Luton to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for 07 Jan

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

3 h 45 m

Average duration

4 h 6 m

Buses per day

35

Distance

164 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Bournemouth will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

To travel from Luton to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
14:007h00
Luton
21:00Bournemouth, Coach Station
£211One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX035
19:304h55
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
00:25Bournemouth, Coach Station
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX035
23:359h55
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
09:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressLU757 · NX035
19:155h10
Luton, Station Interchange
00:25Bournemouth, Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change
National ExpressLU757 · NX035
23:459h45
Luton, Station Interchange
09:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Luton to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 164 km

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Coach
Train

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

4h 44m

Average total duration

4h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Most popular train company

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Live departures

Luton to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bournemouth coaches for today, Tuesday 6 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
21:45 Luton, Station Interchange
5h20
03:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
23:45 Luton, Station Interchange
9h45
09:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
Wednesday 7 January
national_expressNX240 · NX035
On time
05:10 Luton, Station Interchange
4h20
09:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
05:15 Luton, Station Interchange
5h20
10:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX035
On time
05:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h05
09:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX422 · NX035
On time
05:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h55
10:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
05:55 Luton, Station Interchange
5h40
11:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA1 · NX035
On time
06:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h30
11:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
07:15 Luton, Station Interchange
5h35
12:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA31 · NX035
Delayed
10:15 07:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h20
12:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
09:25 Luton, Station Interchange
4h40
14:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
09:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
14:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA31 · NX035
Delayed
10:15 09:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h50
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
12:05 Luton, Station Interchange
4h00
16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
12:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h45
16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX035
On time
12:30 Luton, Station Interchange
5h50
18:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX035
On time
12:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h35
18:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
13:15 Luton, Station Interchange
5h55
19:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA31 · NX035
On time
13:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h25
19:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:00 Luton
7h00
21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
15:50 Luton, Station Interchange
4h35
20:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX737 · NX16015:55 Luton, Station Interchange
5h50
21:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
16:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h20
20:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
17:05 Luton, Station Interchange
5h00
22:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
17:15 Luton, Station Interchange
5h25
22:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h45
22:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA31 · NX035
On time
17:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h00
22:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
18:45 Luton, Station Interchange
5h10
23:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX035
On time
19:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h55
23:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
19:15 Luton, Station Interchange
5h10
00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NX035
On time
19:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h55
00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NX035
On time
19:55 Luton, Station Interchange
5h50
01:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Bournemouth

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Buses from Luton to Bournemouth run on average 37 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 164 km distance in 4h 30m.

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
164 km
Average bus duration
4h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
37
Fastest bus
4h 30m
First bus
01:00
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 Luton to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Luton to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £17. 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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
37 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.
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FAQs: Luton to Bournemouth coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Bournemouth can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Bournemouth is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Luton to Bournemouth coach time is 4 h 25 min   covering the 102 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to Bournemouth leaves at 03: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to Bournemouth leaves at 23: 45.
There are 36 coaches a day from Luton to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Luton to Bournemouth coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Bournemouth from Luton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Bournemouth from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Bournemouth is March.
You have options as you can travel to Bournemouth from Luton 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Luton to Bournemouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to Bournemouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to Bournemouth.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Bournemouth

    Luton
    Bournemouth
    The major coach station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Bournemouth.
    Luton, Station Interchange
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