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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 5 m
Buses on 18 Sept
4
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 buses from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 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.
7:151h55Luton station (LUT)9:10London Stansted Airport£201One-way0 changes- 18:351h55Luton station (LUT)20:30London Stansted Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 15:402h15Luton station (LUT)17:55London Stansted Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 14:402h15Luton station (LUT)16:55London Stansted Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 18:351h55Luton station (LUT)20:30London Stansted Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 7:151h55Luton station (LUT)9:10London Stansted Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 15:402h15Luton station (LUT)17:55London Stansted Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 14:402h15Luton station (LUT)16:55London Stansted Airport£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 46 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £33.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 35m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.74. The journey takes 2h 35m versus 1h 3m 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 station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2h15 | 16:55 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport with National Express 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 station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton station (LUT) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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