Luton to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 22 Nov

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Buses per day

25

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton 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 to London Stansted Airport will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 25 buses that leave Luton for London Stansted Airport every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.

National ExpressNX737
20:451h55
Luton, Station Interchange
22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£221One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
18:351h55
Luton, Station Interchange
20:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£221One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
08:151h55
Luton, Station Interchange
10:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£221One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
10:251h55
Luton, Station Interchange
12:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£221One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
13:351h55
Luton, Station Interchange
15:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Luton to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to London Stansted Airport 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 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 47 km

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Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

Average Price

2h 30m

Average total duration

2h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Luton to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX73705:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
07:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
Delayed
08:45 06:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
12:20 12:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73708:00 Luton, Station Interchange
2h10
10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
Delayed
08:45 08:25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h45
12:20 12:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73710:05 Luton, Station Interchange
2h15
12:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
10:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h55
12:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA31 · NXA8
Delayed
12:45 10:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
15:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX73713:35 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
15:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
13:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
15:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73715:40 Luton, Station Interchange
2h15
17:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
16:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h55
17:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73718:35 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
20:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
20:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73720:45 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
21:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressLU757 · NXA6
On time
21:45 Luton, Station Interchange
4h40
02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA6
On time
22:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h20
02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
On time
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
02:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NXA8
On time
22:45 Luton, Station Interchange
4h10
02:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
On time
23:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
03:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
On time
23:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
03:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressLU757 · NXA8
On time
23:45 Luton, Station Interchange
4h10
03:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
Saturday 22 November
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
Delayed
01:00 00:01Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h14
04:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX73702:35 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU757 · NXA8
On time
02:45 Luton, Station Interchange
4h10
06:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX73702:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2 · NXA6
On time
22:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h20
02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
On time
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
02:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
On time
23:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
03:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA8
On time
23:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h25
03:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Luton to London Stansted Airport run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 14:40, the last at 20:05. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 1h 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
Distance
47 km
Average bus duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
26
Direct buses
16
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
14:40
Last bus
20:05
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 London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Luton 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

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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
25 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 London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach time is 1 h 10 min   covering the 29 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 02: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 23: 45.
There are 25 coaches a day from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and London Stansted Airport (STN) including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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