The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newport to Luton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newport to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Luton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 4 buses that leave Newport for Luton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
2:106h10Newport8:20Luton£161One-way0 changes
11:205h40Newport17:00Luton£171One-way0 changes
5:306h55Newport12:25Luton£201One-way0 changes
1:106h10Newport7:20Luton£241One-way0 changes
11:205h40Newport17:00Luton£171One-way0 changes
2:106h10Newport8:20Luton£161One-way0 changes
1:106h10Newport7:20Luton£241One-way0 changes
5:306h55Newport12:25Luton£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newport to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newport to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newport to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Luton coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:10 Newport | 5h30 | 18:40 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:59 Newport | 6h11 | 5:10 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
![]() | 1:10 Newport | 6h10 | 7:20 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:10 Newport | 6h10 | 8:20 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:30 Newport | 6h55 | 12:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 Newport | 5h40 | 17:00 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newport to Luton
Buses from Newport to Luton run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 181 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Newport to LutonYou can travel by bus between Newport to Luton with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newport to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Luton
Most Newport to Luton buses use the Newport, Kingsway to Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Luton, Station Interchange. Use this guide to compare Newport and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Newport, Kingsway from Newport city centre
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