4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Luton
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Buses per day
15
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 15 buses that leave Norwich for Luton every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
FlixBus12:503h25Norwich, Bus Station16:15Luton£81One-way0 changes- FlixBus11:003h20Norwich, Bus Station14:20Luton£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus15:003h25Norwich, Bus Station18:25Luton£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:103h00Norwich, University Of East Anglia5:10Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:453h10Norwich, University Of East Anglia6:55Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:103h00Norwich, University Of East Anglia5:10Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:353h00Norwich, University Of East Anglia3:35Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:453h10Norwich, University Of East Anglia6:55Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:003h10Norwich, Bus Station5:10Luton£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:253h10Norwich, Bus Station3:35Luton£101One-way0 changes
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 £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. 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 £24, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m 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 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 · NX786 | 23:35 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h25 | 4:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 17 June | |||||
| FlixBus | 0:25 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h10 | 3:35 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 0:35 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 3h00 | 3:35 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 · NX786 | Delayed 1:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h30 | 16:25 16:25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h10 | 5:10 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:10 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 3h00 | 5:10 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:35 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h20 | 6:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 3h10 | 6:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 · NX737 | On time 3:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h50 | 8:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX786 | Delayed 7:15 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h45 | 16:25 16:25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h20 | 14:20 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 · NX786 | Delayed 11:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h50 | 16:25 16:25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h25 | 16:15 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h25 | 18:25 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX728 · NX786 | On time 16:05 Norwich, Bus Station | 4h20 | 20:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Luton.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Norwich to Luton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 18m |
First bus 0:24 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Norwich to LutonYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £24. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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