Luton to Thetford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Thetford

Showing times and prices for 23 Feb

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

3 h 35 m

Average duration

4 h 13 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

100 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Thetford will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Thetford 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 100 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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 Express
18:054h50
Luton
22:55Thetford
£211One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:103h35
Luton
00:45Thetford
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton to Thetford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £21.

Distance: 100 km

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£25

Average Price

£25

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Cheapest

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

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Fastest

2h 25m

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30m

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Why should you book Luton to Thetford coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Luton to Thetford.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luton to Thetford.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Thetford.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Thetford

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Buses from Luton to Thetford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 21:20. The fastest coach covers the 100 km distance in 3h 35m.

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
100 km
Average bus duration
2h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
3h 35m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
21:20
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 ThetfordYou can travel by bus between Luton to Thetford with National Express for as low as £21. 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
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
7 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 Thetford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Thetford can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Thetford is £25; 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 Thetford is 3h 35m to travel the 100 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 Thetford leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Thetford leaves at 21:20.
There are 7 coaches a day from Luton to Thetford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Thetford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Thetford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Thetford 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) . When arriving in Thetford , you can end your route in coach stations like Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange).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 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Thetford from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Thetford is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Thetford including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Thetford for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Thetford 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 Thetford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Thetford:
  • 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 Thetford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Thetford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Thetford

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Thetford
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 Thetford.
Luton, Station Interchange
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Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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