The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Stratford
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Stratford will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Stratford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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 Stratford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Stratford 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 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 47 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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 Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Stratford coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX737 · NXA9 | Delayed 08:35 02:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h00 | 09:20 09:20London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | Delayed 08:35 06:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 09:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | On time 08:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 11:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX490 | 08:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 11:45 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | On time 10:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 13:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | On time 13:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 17:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX491 | On time 14:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h35 | 17:50 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX491 | 14:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 17:50 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | On time 16:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h00 | 19:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
LU757 · NX491 | On time 17:45 Luton, Station Interchange | 3h35 | 21:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NXA1 · NX491 | On time 18:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 21:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | On time 18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 22:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NXA9 | On time 21:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 00:00 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Stratford
Buses from Luton to Stratford run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to StratfordYou can travel by bus between Luton to Stratford with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Stratford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Stratford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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