Luton to Oxford bus with National Express

Sat 29 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 51 m

Buses per day

37

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Oxford will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 37 buses that leave Luton for Oxford 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 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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
08:551h55
Luton, Station Interchange
10:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
02:551h45
Luton, Station Interchange
04:40Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
23:452h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
01:45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
15:452h05
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
17:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
08:452h05
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
10:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Luton to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £41.

Distance: 59 km

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Live departures

Luton to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Oxford coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 22:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX73723:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h50
01:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
Sunday 30 November
national_expressNX737
Delayed
08:45 02:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h55
06:30 06:30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
Delayed
08:15 02:55Luton, Station Interchange
1h45
06:30 06:30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF03:35 Luton, Station Interchange
3h45
07:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
Delayed
06:20 03:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h30
07:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX240 · TAOXF05:10 Luton, Station Interchange
3h30
08:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX240 · TAOXF05:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h15
08:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF06:05 Luton, Station Interchange
3h25
09:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
On time
06:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
09:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
08:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
10:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
08:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
10:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · UCX5
On time
09:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
12:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · UCX5
On time
09:35 Luton, Station Interchange
3h00
12:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
On time
09:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h20
13:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
11:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
13:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
11:10 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
13:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
On time
11:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h15
14:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
13:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
15:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
13:25 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
15:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · UCX5
On time
13:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
16:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · UCX5
On time
13:35 Luton, Station Interchange
3h00
16:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
15:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
17:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
15:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
17:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · UCX5
On time
16:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h35
19:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
On time
16:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h35
19:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · UCX5
On time
16:10 Luton, Station Interchange
3h25
19:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF16:55 Luton, Station Interchange
3h30
20:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
On time
17:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h15
20:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX240 · UCX5
On time
17:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h10
20:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX240 · UCX5
On time
17:35 Luton, Station Interchange
3h00
20:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
18:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
20:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
18:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h55
20:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · TAOXF
On time
19:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h55
21:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
21:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
23:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
21:25 Luton, Station Interchange
1h50
23:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
23:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
01:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
23:55 Luton, Station Interchange
1h50
01:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station		0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Oxford

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Buses from Luton to Oxford run on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 59 km distance in 1h 45m.

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
59 km
Average bus duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
36
Direct buses
15
Fastest bus
1h 45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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 OxfordYou can travel by bus between Luton to Oxford with National Express for as low as £20. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
36 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.
Learn more about National Express

Coaches from Luton to Oxford

Travellers wishing to visit the famous university city from Luton will find coach travel a great choice. National Express offers up to 30 departures per day, of which eight are direct. With a choice of departure station, passengers can complete the journey in as little as one hour 55 minutes, arriving directly in Oxford city centre, ready to explore the historic sites.

Which coach companies travel from Luton to Oxford?

Only one company currently offers coaches from Luton to Oxford. National Express, the main provider of coach travel across the UK, is the only operator on the route. While on board, passengers benefit from comfortable seating with good legroom, power sockets, WiFi to stream videos and personal air conditioning controls for maximum comfort.

How long is the coach from Luton to Oxford?

A direct coach from Luton to Oxford can complete the route in as little as one hour 55 minutes. Journey times vary, taking into consideration the traffic congestion during peak travel time. The average journey takes closer to two hours 15 minutes. If taking an indirect option, passengers should be sure to check the wait time at transfer stations to avoid lengthy stopovers.

How many coaches are there from Luton to Oxford?

National Express offers up to 30 departures per day. Of these, usually eight are direct, travelling from Luton Airport Coach Station. Indirect options from Luton Interchange involve a change at Milton Keynes or at Luton Airport, though journey time can be as little as two hours 50 minutes, including wait times at transfer stations.

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

Departure bus station: Coaches depart from Luton Airport or Luton Interchange. Direct services are available from Luton Airport only, while indirect options from the Interchange involve a transfer at either Milton Keynes or Luton Airport. The Airport stop is directly outside the terminals, making it easy for those coming from international flights.

Arrival bus station: Most services terminate at Oxford Bus Station, Gloucester Green, while very few stop on the high street. In both cases, Oxford train station is a very short walk away, just 10 minutes from Gloucester Green, for easy onward travel. At Gloucester Green station, passengers will find a coffee shop, newsagents and payphones, though the proximity to the high street gives passengers access to anything else they may need to purchase.

FAQs: Luton to Oxford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Oxford can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Oxford is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Luton to Oxford is on average 1 h 45 min   for the 37 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Oxford from Luton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to Oxford leaves at 02: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to Oxford leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Luton to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Luton to Oxford coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Luton and Oxford to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Oxford from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Oxford by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel to Oxford from Luton 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Luton to Oxford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Oxford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to Oxford.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Oxford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to Oxford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to Oxford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Oxford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Oxford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to Oxford.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Oxford

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    The major coach station for departures in Luton is Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) for your trip from Luton to Oxford.
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