The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Luton
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
1 d 16 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 16 h 35 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 £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Madrid to Luton you need to make at least 3 changes.
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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 flight with prices starting from £16. 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 flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £388.
Distance: 1299 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£118 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £403 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* |
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Live departures
Madrid to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 40h35 | 12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 40h35 | 12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 3 changes | |
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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 £77 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1299 km distance in 35h 50m.
Distance 1299 km |
Average bus duration 27h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 35h 50m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Madrid to LutonYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Luton with FlixBus for as low as £16. 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Luton
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 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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