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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Southampton
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Southampton will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 buses that leave Luton for Southampton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Southampton 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 2h 38m. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Southampton coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX240 · NX032 | Delayed 13:14 12:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h35 | 16:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX231 · NX032 | On time 22:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h20 | 01:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| 09:20 Luton | 4h45 | 14:05 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Southampton
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Buses from Luton to Southampton run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 128 km |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Luton to Southampton with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Southampton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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