The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Luton
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
1 d 16 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 16 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Luton will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £88.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Luton 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 1299 km distance in an average of 1 d 16 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 16 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 17 h 5 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 train, coach and flight for Madrid to Luton
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £87, and a train costs an average of £394.
Distance: 1299 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price | £409 Average Price |
27h 35m Average total duration 27h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Madrid to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Luton coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:20 Madrid | 38h05 | 11:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:45 Madrid | 37h40 | 11:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
![]() | 13:45 Madrid | 41h05 | 06:50 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Luton
Buses from Madrid to Luton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1299 km distance in 35h 50m.
Distance 1299 km |
Average bus duration 27h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 35h 50m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Madrid to LutonYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Luton with FlixBus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Luton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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