Luton to Horley bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Horley

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Sept

Cheapest price on 10 Sept

£12

Average ticket price on 10 Sept

£21

Fastest journey on 10 Sept

2 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 10 Sept

2 h 10 m

Buses on 10 Sept

36

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Horley will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

On Thu 10 Sept, we found 36 buses from Luton to Horley, including 24 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:252h15
    Luton
    0:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:152h25
    Luton
    11:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    20:152h05
    Luton
    22:20Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:052h15
    Luton
    13:20Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:252h05
    Luton
    0:30Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton to Horley

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 80 km

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Driving

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£22

Average Price

£18

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 58m

Average total duration

2h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Horley is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Horley:

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Horley costing on average £22.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Horley is by train with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Horley take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Horley including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 2h 28m versus 1h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Luton to Horley bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Horley coaches for today, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX23017:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h25
19:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23019:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h20
21:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:15 Luton
2h15
22:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:15 Luton
2h05
22:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX231 · NX02521:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h45
23:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNX231 · NX02522:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h45
1:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
FlixBusFlixBus22:25 Luton
2h15
0:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:25 Luton
2h05
0:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX02523:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h40
2:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NXA223:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h30
3:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNXA20:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h55
3:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2301:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h25
4:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus3:40 Luton
2h50
6:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus3:40 Luton
3h00
6:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX2003:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h40
6:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNX2304:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h50
7:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:40 Luton
2h55
7:35 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)1 change
National ExpressNX240 · NX2005:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h55
8:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNX2306:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h50
8:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:45 Luton
2h15
10:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:45 Luton
2h25
10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2308:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h40
10:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:15 Luton
2h25
11:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:15 Luton
2h15
11:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX230 · NX2009:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h55
12:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 Luton
2h15
13:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 Luton
2h25
13:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23011:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h30
13:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:35 Luton
2h20
13:55 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:35 Luton
2h30
14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX240 · NX21012:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h45
15:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change
National ExpressNX23013:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h35
16:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:15 Luton
2h10
16:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:15 Luton
2h20
16:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX23015:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h50
18:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX230 · NX02516:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h35
19:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Luton to Horley.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Horley.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Horley.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Horley.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Horley

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Buses from Luton to Horley run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 80 km distance in 2h 15m.

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
80 km
Average bus duration
2h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
43
Direct buses
23
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
0:01
Last bus
23:52
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
4 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, FlixBus from Luton to HorleyYou can travel by bus between Luton to Horley with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£10
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
3h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£13
National Express frequency
17 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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Things to do in Horley

Discover the best of Horley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Horley trip today.

  • Recommended

Horley Museum

Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.

  • Recommended

Gatwick Aviation Museum

Aviation museum by Gatwick with aircraft, cockpits and engines, offering a close look at regional flying history.

  • Recommended

Polesden Lacey

Historic house museum near Dorking with art, interiors and landscaped grounds, suitable for a rewarding day trip from Horley.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the South East. Hotel and airport-area stays can be pricey, but pubs, casual dining and local buses are fairly standard for similar UK towns.

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 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Luton to Horley coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Horley can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Horley is £14; 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 Horley is 2h 15m to travel the 80 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 Horley leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Horley leaves at 23:52.
Yes, there are 23 direct coaches a day from Luton to Horley with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Horley, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Horley. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Horley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Luton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) . When arriving in Horley , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Horley from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Horley is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Horley including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Horley:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Horley for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Horley 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Horley.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Horley:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Horley:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Luton to Horley. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Horley with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Horley with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Horley with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Horley

Most Luton to Horley buses use the Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station to London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Horley 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 Horley

Which Luton station do buses to Horley leave from?

Buses from Luton to Horley leave from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station. The station is 3 km from Luton city centre at Luton Airport, Airport Way, Luton LU2 9LU, UK.
Luton, Station InterchangeLuton Station Interchange, Luton LU1 2WG, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
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, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
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.

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