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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Luton
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Norwich to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Luton will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Norwich to Luton you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Norwich to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Luton coaches for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 · NX786 | On time 23:35 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h25 | 04:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
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| NX727 · NX786 | 01:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h30 | 07:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX737 | On time 03:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h50 | 08:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX786 | 07:15 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h45 | 12:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX491 · NXA1 | On time 09:30 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h40 | 15:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX786 | 11:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h50 | 15:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX491 · NXA1 | On time 13:30 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h50 | 19:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX786 | 16:05 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h20 | 20:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Luton
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Buses from Norwich to Luton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: National Express from Norwich to LutonYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Luton with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Norwich to Luton
Taking the coach is an easy and comfortable way to travel from Norwich to Luton. Every day, between 13 and 15 buses leave Norwich for either Luton Airport or Luton Bus Station. There are no direct connections, and services via Cambridge will take between four hours five minutes and five hours 45 minutes.
Which coach companies travel from Norwich to Luton?
National Express is the only company that runs services from Norwich to Luton. The company runs buses into both Luton Bus Station and the Airport, usually with a brief change in Cambridge.
How long is the coach from Norwich to Luton?
Expect quite a bit of variation in journey times between Norwich and Luton. Journeys can be as short as four hours five minutes or can take almost six hours. Travellers should choose a schedule that gets them to their destination as quickly as possible.
How many coaches are there from Norwich to Luton?
While there are no direct National Express coaches to Luton from Norwich, the company offers 13-15 indirect services every day. Buses tend to start around 5:00 a.m., then run regularly until 3:00 a.m. This means there should be a bus no matter what time of day travellers need to leave.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Norwich to Luton?
Departure coach station: Buses to Luton from Norwich will depart from Norwich Bus Station, which can be found just off Surrey Street, near the centre of the city. Those coming from central hotels can walk to the bus station in 8-10 minutes, while local buses connect it to outlying Norwich suburbs. At the station itself, travellers can pick up snacks at a cafe and shop for magazines and basics at an on-site shop.
Arrival coach station: There are two possible arrival points for buses from Norwich: Luton Airport and Luton Bus Station. Anyone taking international flights from the airport should get off at the Luton Airport stop. From there, it's a short walk to the departure terminal. Those heading to central Luton will be better off alighting at Luton Bus Station, which is located in the heart of the city. It's also a short walk from Luton Train Station, from which trains run into London every few minutes.
FAQs: Norwich to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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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