Luton to Rugby bus with National Express

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Rugby

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 58 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast coaches

To travel from Luton to Rugby you need to make at least one change.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
17:505h25
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
23:15Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£161One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
22:004h30
Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
02:30Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£161One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Luton to Rugby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. 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 train costs an average of £33, and a coach costs an average of £19.

Distance: 80 km

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Train

£58

Average Price

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 34m

Average total duration

2h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Luton to Rugby bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 08:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus17:50 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
5h25
23:15 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus22:00 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
4h30
02:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Rugby

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Buses from Luton to Rugby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
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
80 km
Average bus duration
2h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
3h 55m
First bus
00:20
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 RugbyYou can travel by bus between Luton to Rugby 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
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£44
National Express frequency
4 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 Rugby coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Luton to Rugby with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Rugby.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Rugby can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Rugby is £59; 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 Rugby is 2 h 23 min   to travel the 49 mile long journey, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Luton to Rugby leaves at 17: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Luton to Rugby leaves at 19: 05.
There are 5 coaches a day from Luton to Rugby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Luton to Rugby you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Luton to Rugby on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Rugby from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Rugby is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Rugby including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Luton to Rugby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Rugby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Luton to Rugby.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Luton to Rugby.
    No, luggage for the coach from Luton to Rugby needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Luton to Rugby.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Rugby.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Rugby.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Luton to Rugby.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Rugby

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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 Rugby.
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