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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Longford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£26
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
50 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
50 m
Buses on 20 Oct
58
Distance
45 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Longford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Longford will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Fast coaches
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 58 buses from Luton to Longford, including 51 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.
FlixBus7:001h00Luton8:00London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3£101One-way0 changes- FlixBus20:150h50Luton21:05London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:351h00Luton12:35London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:400h50Luton4:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:151h20Luton10:35London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5£101One-way0 changes
NX23122:100h50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station23:00Longford£361One-way0 changes- NX2303:500h50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station4:40Longford£371One-way0 changes
- NX23017:200h50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station18:10Longford£371One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:150h50Luton21:05London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:400h50Luton4:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3£101One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Longford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Luton to Longford run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 50m.
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 45 km |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 0:03 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Live departures
Luton to Longford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Longford coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 22:25 Luton | 0h50 | 23:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:25 Luton | 1h10 | 23:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| LU757 · NX035 | 22:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h00 | 1:35 Longford | 1 change | |
| LU757 · NX209 | 23:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h30 | 3:05 Longford | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
| NX230 | 1:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h05 | 2:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 1:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 2:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 3:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h05 | 4:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 Luton | 0h50 | 4:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 3:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 4:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 4:20 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h20 | 5:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 4:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h05 | 5:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:40 Luton | 0h50 | 5:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 Luton | 0h55 | 6:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 5:20 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h05 | 6:25 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 5:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 6:25 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 5:50 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h20 | 7:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 6:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h05 | 7:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 Luton | 1h00 | 8:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 Luton | 1h15 | 9:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 Luton | 0h55 | 8:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 7:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h15 | 9:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 8:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h00 | 9:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 Luton | 1h20 | 10:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 Luton | 1h00 | 10:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 9:25 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h15 | 10:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 9:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h00 | 10:40 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Luton | 0h55 | 12:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Luton | 1h15 | 12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 11:10 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h10 | 12:20 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 11:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h55 | 12:20 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Luton | 1h00 | 12:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 Luton | 1h20 | 12:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 11:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h15 | 13:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 12:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h55 | 13:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 13:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h15 | 14:30 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 13:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h00 | 14:30 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Luton | 0h55 | 15:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Luton | 1h15 | 15:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 Luton | 1h05 | 15:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 15:10 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h20 | 16:30 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 15:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h05 | 16:30 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 15:50 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h20 | 17:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 16:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h05 | 17:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:20 Luton | 1h00 | 17:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 17:05 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h05 | 18:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 18:10 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 Luton | 0h50 | 19:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 18:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 1h05 | 19:50 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 19:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 19:50 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| LU757 · NX025 | 19:05 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h30 | 22:35 Longford | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:15 Luton | 0h50 | 21:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:15 Luton | 1h10 | 21:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX737 · NX231 | 20:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 2h15 | 23:00 Longford | 1 change | |
| LU757 · NX467 | 20:55 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h15 | 0:10 Longford | 1 change | |
| NX231 | 21:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 22:00 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
| LU757 · NX030 | 21:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h00 | 0:35 Longford | 1 change | |
| LU757 · NX025 | 21:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h00 | 0:35 Longford | 1 change | |
| NX231 | 22:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0h50 | 23:00 Longford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Luton to Longford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. 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
50m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
16 a day
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
50m
Cheapest National Express Price
£16
National Express frequency
29 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.
Complete guide to Longford
Things to do in Longford
Discover the best of Longford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Longford trip today.
The Mall Gallery
Small gallery and arts space presenting contemporary exhibitions, events and community-focused creative work in the town centre.
Backstage Theatre Gallery
Cultural centre with exhibition spaces and visual arts programming, useful for seeing current local and regional creative work.
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The Mall
Central park with riverside walks, mature trees and open lawns, ideal for a relaxed break close to shops and historic streets.
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Royal Canal Walk
Canal-side walking route popular for gentle strolls, heritage interest and waterside views near the town centre.
Main Street
Main commercial street lined with historic frontages, local shops and everyday town life, good for exploring on foot.
Full Irish Breakfast
Full Irish breakfast with sausages, bacon, eggs, black and white pudding, soda bread and tea. A staple morning meal across the Irish midlands.
- Vegetarian
Boxty
Potato cakes fried on a griddle and served warm, often with butter. They reflect the central role of potatoes in traditional Irish home cooking.
- Vegetarian
Barmbrack
Rich fruitcake made with dried fruit, spices and tea, often linked with Halloween and family gatherings in Ireland.
Viewmount House
Stylish hotel dining room serving modern Irish and European dishes in a polished but relaxed setting near Longford town.
The Grey Hound
Popular local pub and restaurant known for hearty Irish meals, steaks and a traditional atmosphere in Longford town.
Esquires The Organic Coffee Co
Casual café and bistro serving breakfast, lunch, coffee and homemade bakes. A reliable stop for everyday local dining.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: chain hotels near Heathrow raise stays, but casual dining and local transport are fairly typical for Greater London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Best day trips from Longford by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Longford are London, Oxford, Windsor and Reading. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Longford on Omio.
Day trip from Longford to London by bus
Why visit London for the day?
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
How to get from Longford to London by bus?
There are 78 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 23 km distance in 20m.
Day trip from Longford to Oxford by bus
Why visit Oxford for the day?
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
How to get from Longford to Oxford by bus?
There are 50 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 5m.
Day trip from Longford to Windsor by bus
Why visit Windsor for the day?
Windsor is a historic Thames-side town known for Windsor Castle and its strong royal identity. Its compact centre, riverside setting and nearby parkland give it a refined but approachable character.
How to get from Longford to Windsor by bus?
The earliest coach runs at 04:16, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 10 km distance in 2h 10m.
Day trip from Longford to Reading by bus
Why visit Reading for the day?
Reading is a busy Thames Valley town known for its music festival, business links and the remains of Reading Abbey. The centre combines modern shopping with riverside paths and a lively food and arts scene.
How to get from Longford to Reading by bus?
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 35m.
FAQs: Luton to Longford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Longford 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 Longford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Longford can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Longford is £23; 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 Longford is 50m to travel the 45 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 Longford leaves at 0:03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Longford leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 38 direct coaches a day from Luton to Longford with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Longford, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Longford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Longford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Longford including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Longford:
- 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 Longford for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Longford 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 Longford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Longford:
- 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 Longford:
- 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 Longford. 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 Longford with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Longford
Most Luton to Longford buses use the Luton, Station Interchange to station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Longford 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 Longford
Which Luton station do buses to Longford leave from?
Buses from Luton to Longford 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.
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