Luton to Chesterfield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Chesterfield

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

10 h 30 m

Average duration

10 h 30 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Chesterfield will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Luton for Chesterfield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 30 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.

  • FlixBus
    17:5010h30
    Luton
    4:20Chesterfield
    £181One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton to Chesterfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Chesterfield 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 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £24.

Distance: 167 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

Average Price

4h 16m

Average total duration

3h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Luton to Chesterfield bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Chesterfield coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus17:50 Luton
10h30
4:20 Chesterfield0 changesdirect
FlixBus21:25 Luton
5h55
3:20 Chesterfield0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Luton to Chesterfield coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Luton to Chesterfield.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luton to Chesterfield.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Chesterfield.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Chesterfield

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Buses from Luton to Chesterfield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 5h 0m.

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
167 km
Average bus duration
3h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
56 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 from Luton to ChesterfieldYou can travel by bus between Luton to Chesterfield 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
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£27
National Express frequency
3 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: Luton to Chesterfield coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Chesterfield can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Chesterfield is £21; 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 Luton to Chesterfield is 5h 0m to travel the 167 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 Luton to Chesterfield leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Chesterfield leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Luton to Chesterfield with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Chesterfield, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Chesterfield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Chesterfield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Chesterfield from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Chesterfield is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Chesterfield including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Chesterfield:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Chesterfield for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Chesterfield 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 Luton to Chesterfield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Chesterfield:
  • 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 Luton to Chesterfield:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Chesterfield.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Chesterfield with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Chesterfield with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Chesterfield with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Chesterfield

Most Luton to Chesterfield buses use the Luton, Station Interchange to Chesterfield, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Chesterfield bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Luton
Arrival bus stations in Chesterfield
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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