Luton to Taunton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

10 h 20 m

Average duration

11 h 3 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

209 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Taunton will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Luton for Taunton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 209 km distance in an average of 11 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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.

FlixBus
16:5010h25
Luton
03:15Taunton
£221One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:5510h20
Luton
03:15Taunton
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:3012h25
Luton
10:55Taunton
£391One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Luton to Taunton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 209 km

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Coach
Train

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

5h 40m

Average total duration

5h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Direct Options

Direct Options

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Live departures

Luton to Taunton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Taunton coaches for today, Tuesday 10 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 15:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus17:50 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
10h25
04:15 Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis)1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Taunton

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Buses from Luton to Taunton run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 209 km distance in 10h 25m.

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
209 km
Average bus duration
5h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
10h 25m
First bus
01:55
Last bus
23:50
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, Arriva UK from Luton to TauntonYou can travel by bus between Luton to Taunton with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as £10. 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
7h 45m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
14 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.

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
£35
Arriva UK frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Luton to Taunton coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Taunton can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Taunton is £18; 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 Taunton is 10h 25m to travel the 209 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 Taunton leaves at 1:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Taunton leaves at 23:50.
There are 15 coaches a day from Luton to Taunton which require at least one change with National Express, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Taunton, you can count on National Express, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Taunton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Taunton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Luton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney), Stevenage, A602 (Stevenage Railway Station) . When arriving in Taunton , you can end your route in coach stations like Taunton, St John's (St Church Park), Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis), North Petherton, Fore Street (Verriers).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Taunton from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Taunton is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Taunton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Taunton for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Taunton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Taunton 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Taunton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Taunton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Taunton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Taunton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Taunton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Taunton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Taunton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Taunton

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