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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to London

Showing times and prices for 16 Jun

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Buses per day

94

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to London 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 will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 94 buses that leave Luton for London every day 93 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 24 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
22:200h45
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
23:05London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
17:551h25
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
19:20London, Victoria Coach Station
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
17:550h50
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
18:45London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
22:201h15
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
23:35London, Victoria Coach Station
£51One-way
0 changes
National ExpressLU757
10:501h50
Luton, Station Interchange
12:40London, Victoria Coach Station
£161One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Luton to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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Most popular
Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£20

Average Price

2h 14m

average duration

1h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 5m

average duration

Fastest

35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Luton to London bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday 15 June
Last updated at 08:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:55 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1h25
18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:55 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
0h50
17:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA217:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h40
19:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA217:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h30
19:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA218:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h30
19:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA218:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA219:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA219:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA220:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
21:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA221:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus21:20 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
0h45
22:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus21:20 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
1h15
22:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA221:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
22:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA222:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
23:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA222:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
23:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 23:01Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h24
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75723:20 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
01:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 23:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75723:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
01:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
Monday 16 June
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 00:00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75700:20 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
02:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 00:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75700:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
02:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 01:00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 01:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75701:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
03:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 02:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:00 04:00London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75702:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
04:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX466
Delayed
07:10 02:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
04:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 03:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
04:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75703:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h40
05:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
Delayed
05:30 04:30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
05:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX42204:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h10
05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75704:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h50
06:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA105:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h34
06:39 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA3105:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
07:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75705:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
07:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA106:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h37
07:57 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA3106:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
08:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75706:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
08:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA3107:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h45
08:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA107:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h47
08:57 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75707:20 Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
09:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA3107:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
09:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75707:50 Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
09:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA108:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h37
09:47 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressLU75708:20 Luton, Station Interchange
1h50
10:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
17:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h40
19:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
17:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h30
19:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
18:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h30
19:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
19:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
19:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
20:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
21:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
21:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
21:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
22:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
22:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
23:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2
On time
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h25
23:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to London

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Buses from Luton to London run on average 65 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
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 £8
Distance
45 km
Average bus duration
1h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
65
Direct buses
60
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
05:40
Last bus
23:50
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 £8

Coach companies: National Express, Thameslink and Bus Luton to London

For as little as £14 you can travel by coach to London from Luton with National Express, Thameslink and Bus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach to London from Luton, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Luton to London coach information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: £14

Coaches from Luton to London

Located some 35 miles outside of London, Luton has a busy international airport that is the home hub of easyJet planes. Passengers arriving at Luton by plane can take advantage of frequent direct coach departures that stop directly outside the airport. Alternatively, those wishing to visit the capital from Luton town centre can join the service at Luton Station Interchange, the busy coach and train station. With journey times of between one hour 15 minutes and one hour 25 minutes, travellers will find themselves directly in the heart of London in almost no time at all.

Which coach companies travel from Luton to London?

Passengers don't have a tough choice when it comes to planning coaches from Luton to London. National Express is the sole provider of coaches along this route. Onboard services include free WiFi, spacious and comfortable seating and personal air conditioning control for each passenger. Travellers are permitted to bring two pieces of 20kg luggage when they use National Express services, which is helpful for those arriving from international destinations at Luton Airport.

How long is the coach from Luton to London?

The journey from Luton to London is a relatively short one, with all journeys taking less than one and a half hours. The fastest service is an early morning departure which takes just one hour. Passengers should take traffic during peak travel time into consideration, which can extend the journey time slightly.

How many coaches are there from Luton to London?

National Express offers an almost round-the-clock service to coincide with the frequent international flights that land at London Luton Airport. With nearly 70 routes advertised and a choice of stations to join the service, passengers can expect numerous departures per hour. Whenever passengers decide to travel, there is sure to be a departure to suit their schedule.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Luton to London?

Departure bus station: Coaches depart from a choice of Luton destinations. The first is London Luton Airport, which is directly outside the terminal. Alternatively, passengers can join the service from Luton Interchange, where trains and buses both arrive. 

Arrival bus station: All journeys end at London Victoria Coach Station. London's busiest coach terminal is found directly in the heart of Westminster. Passengers can walk just 10 minutes to London Victoria train station where they can join London Underground services or numerous bus routes that can take them across the city. London Victoria also has great rail links to the rest of the country. 

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and London

Luton
London
The major coach station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to London.
Luton, Station Interchange
information
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
information
The major coach station for arrivals in London is Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station for your trip to London from Luton.
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Airport Way
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks (in the station)
  • Burger King (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
  • Bus: 757, A1, 888 Train: Luton Airport Parkway
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great South West Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
  • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
London, Golders Green StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
8 km
carConnection
Car connection
Golders Green Rd
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • McDonald's (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Golders Green Station
  • Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Bath Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Bassingbourn Rd
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the coach station, with services operating 24/7.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
  • Bus: National Express, Airport Bus: Express Train: Stansted Express
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Gatwick Airport South Terminal Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks (in the station)
  • Wagamama (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
  • Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Northern Perimeter Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • The Crown Rivers (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station)
  • Wagamama (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
  • Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Northway
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks (in the station)
  • Wagamama (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal on the ground floor.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
  • Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
London, Wandsworth
information
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
information
London, Lithos Road
information
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
information
London, Victoria Green Line Station
information
London, Bishop's Bridge Road (Paddington Station - Stop J)
information
London, Marble Arch
information

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