The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Bradford
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Bradford will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Luton to Bradford you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
NXA31 · NX561
NXA31 · NX561
LU757 · NX561
LU757 · NX561
NX737 · NX561
NX737 · NX561
NX230 · NX465
NX230 · NX465
NXA31 · NX561Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 231 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bradford coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX737 · NX561 | 11:10 Luton, Station Interchange | 5h10 | 16:20 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX561 | 11:20 Luton, Station Interchange | 7h40 | 19:00 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX561 | On time 11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h15 | 19:00 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX561 | On time 16:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h30 | 00:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX561 | 16:50 Luton, Station Interchange | 7h25 | 00:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:50 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 12h35 | 06:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX466 | 20:50 Luton, Station Interchange | 8h55 | 05:45 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NXA2 · NX466 | On time 21:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h45 | 05:45 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX465 | 22:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 7h30 | 06:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
NX230 · NX465 | 00:05 Luton, Station Interchange | 6h10 | 06:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NXA2 · NX466 | On time 21:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h45 | 05:45 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX465 | On time 23:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 6h20 | 06:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Bradford
Buses from Luton to Bradford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Luton to Bradford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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