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Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
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Overview: Bus from Luton to Hatfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Luton to Hatfield run on average 14 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 19 km distance in 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance 19 km |
Average bus duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 0:27 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Frequently asked questions about your Luton to Hatfield trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Luton to Hatfield.
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Hatfield can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Hatfield is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Luton to Hatfield leaves at 0:27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Hatfield leaves at 23:52.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Luton to Hatfield with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Why should you book Luton to Hatfield coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Luton to Hatfield.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Luton to Hatfield.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 Hatfield.
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 Hatfield.
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to HatfieldYou can travel by bus between Luton to Hatfield with National Express for as low as £15. 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 National Express Duration
30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£19
National Express frequency
14 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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Luton and Hatfield
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Luton to Hatfield, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Hatfield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Hatfield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Hatfield for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Hatfield:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Hatfield 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Hatfield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Hatfield:
- 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 Hatfield:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Hatfield.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Hatfield with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Hatfield with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Hatfield with the following coach company: National Express.
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Things to do in Hatfield
Discover the best of Hatfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hatfield trip today.
- Recommended
Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Working watermill and museum showing traditional milling, rural heritage and changing life in the Lea valley area.
- Recommended
de Havilland Aircraft Museum
Nearby aviation museum at London Colney with de Havilland aircraft displays, cockpit viewing and strong local industry links.
- Recommended
Hatfield Park
Formal gardens, woodland walks and broad parkland around Hatfield House, ideal for a scenic walk near major heritage sites.
- Recommended
Old Hatfield
Historic high street with timber-framed buildings, pubs, independent shops and one of Hatfield's most characterful walking areas.
- Recommended
Stanborough Park
Large landscaped public park with lakes, trees and footpaths, popular for relaxed walks, picnics and family time outdoors.
- Vegetarian
Hertfordshire Pudding Cake
A classic Hertfordshire breakfast cake flavoured with caraway and currants, traditionally baked for tea and local celebrations.
- Vegetarian
Hertfordshire Chelsea Bun
A traditional county bun with currants and spice, long associated with Hertfordshire home baking and afternoon tea.
- Vegetarian
St Albans Pudding
A historic English dessert linked to nearby St Albans, made with puff pastry, butter, sugar, lemon and currants.
Turkish Kitchen
Popular Turkish restaurant in Hatfield known for grilled meats, meze and a lively, modern dining room.
The Horse and Groom
Historic pub near Hatfield House serving British classics, Sunday roasts and cask ales in a traditional setting.
The Crooked Chimney
Country pub and restaurant outside central Hatfield serving refined British dishes in a relaxed, smart setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Hatfield is moderate for UK travel, with typical chain dining, standard rail fares to London, and accommodation often cheaper than central London but not especially low-cost.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
Intalink
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £5
To the city centre
The Galleria -> Hatfield town centre
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Most local bus single fares in Hertfordshire are capped at £3 until 2027. Buy in advance with the Intalink app or ask the driver for the correct ticket.
- Contactless payment may be available on some buses, but it is not universal across all operators. Check your operator before travel and have another payment method ready.
Coaches from Luton to Hatfield
Only 11 miles separate Luton and the university town of Hatfield in Hertfordshire, and the coach ride between the two is a short, direct journey with no changes along the way. Services depart throughout the week from Luton airport, which is easily accessible from Luton town by bus or car.
Which coach companies travel from Luton to Hatfield?
The only company currently running coaches between Luton and Hatfield is National Express.
How long is the coach from Luton to Hatfield?
Coach trips along this route can take as little as 25 minutes. A few journeys are 10 minutes or so longer, but the majority last half an hour or less, especially at the weekend.
How many coaches are there from Luton to Hatfield?
Although there are only eight departures, they cover much of the day, starting well before dawn and continuing long past mid-evening. Upswings in frequency occur before noon and after teatime, but there can be several hours between departures at other times of the day such as the early afternoon. It's a similar picture on Saturdays and Sundays, but with generally slightly faster travel times.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Luton to Hatfield?
Departure bus station: National Express services for Hatfield leave from Luton airport. The coach bays are near the check-in area of the main terminal, conveniently close to the short-term parking area for passengers being dropped off by car. Just to the west of the National Express section are bus stops for local routes to and from Luton and the surrounding area, with regular and speedy services into town. The airport has cafeterias, eateries, WiFi, waiting areas and shops such as Next and W H Smith, plus coach links to Birmingham, Nottingham, Milton Keynes and Coventry, as well as to London's other airports.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Luton stop at Hatfield's Galleria bus station on Cavendish Way, near The Galleria Outlet Centre, which offers a cinema, shops, food and drink and other events and activities. From the station, passengers can board a choice of several number 300 buses to destinations such as Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, Borehamwood and St Albans. Meanwhile, the 614 bus calls in at Parkside Gardens and Finchley in just over an hour.
FAQs: Luton to Hatfield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Hatfield
Most Luton to Hatfield buses use the Luton, Station Interchange to Hatfield, The Galleria station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Hatfield 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 Hatfield
Which Luton station do buses to Hatfield leave from?
Buses from Luton to Hatfield leave from Luton, Station Interchange. The station is from Luton city centre at Luton Station Interchange, Luton LU1 2WG, UK.
Luton, Station InterchangeLuton Station Interchange, Luton LU1 2WG, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre
Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min
Luton, Station Interchange bus station facilities and services
Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney)Dunstable Rd, Luton, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) from Luton city centre
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
BusZ · 11m · £2 · every ~15 min
A · 1h 5m · £2 · every ~13 min
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) bus station facilities and services
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.
Hatfield, The Galleria
City-centre transport
Getting to Hatfield, The Galleria from Hatfield city centre
Bus602, 341, 641, 653, 610, 243 · 2m · £5 · every ~27 min
303 · 3m · £2
303 · 7m · £4
302 · 15m · £2 · every ~5 min
303 · 21m
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