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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Luton

Showing times and prices for 28 Feb

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 49 m

Buses per day

40

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Luton will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

Of the 40 buses that leave Oxford for Luton every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

National ExpressNX737
11:401h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
13:35Luton, Station Interchange
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
00:501h45
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
02:35Luton, Station Interchange
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
06:301h45
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
08:15Luton, Station Interchange
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
14:051h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
16:00Luton, Station Interchange
£271One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX737
18:501h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
20:45Luton, Station Interchange
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 59 km

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£24

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Cheapest

£54

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2h 30m

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Additional time*

2h 34m

Average total duration

2h 4m

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Live departures

Oxford to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Luton coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
16:35 06:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
10:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
16:35 08:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
12:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
16:35 08:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
12:05 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX240
Delayed
16:35 09:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
12:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX240
Delayed
16:35 09:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
12:30 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
16:35 09:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
12:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
16:35 11:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
15:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
16:35 11:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
15:10 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
16:35 13:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
17:05 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
16:35 13:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
17:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX73716:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h10
18:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73716:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
18:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
16:35 16:30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
19:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
16:35 16:30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h40
20:10 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressNX73718:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73718:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
20:45 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
22:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
22:20 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
On time
22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
01:35 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
On time
22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
01:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
Delayed
04:05 00:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
13:45 13:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73700:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
02:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
Delayed
04:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
13:45 13:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73704:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
05:50 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNX423 · NX23104:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
07:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX23005:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h40
08:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX73706:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
08:15 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
Delayed
06:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
13:45 13:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
09:50 06:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
10:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
Delayed
09:50 06:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
10:15 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX240
Delayed
07:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h50
12:40 12:40Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
Delayed
08:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
13:45 13:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73708:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
10:25 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
09:50 08:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
12:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
Delayed
09:50 08:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
12:05 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX230
On time
10:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
13:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX73711:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
13:35 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
11:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
13:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
11:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
15:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
11:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
15:25 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
On time
11:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
15:25 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
On time
12:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
15:55 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX230
On time
12:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
15:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX73714:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
16:00 Luton, Station Interchange0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
14:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
16:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressTALHR · NX240
On time
14:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
17:35 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX240
On time
14:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX230
On time
15:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
18:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737
On time
16:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
18:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX737
On time
18:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
22:20 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
22:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX230
On time
19:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h30
22:45 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX230
On time
19:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
22:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
On time
22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
01:35 Luton, Station Interchange		1 change
national_expressUCX5 · NX230
On time
22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
01:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Luton

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Buses from Oxford to Luton run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £16 by train.

There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 59 km distance in 1h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £16
Distance
59 km
Average bus duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
40
Direct buses
16
Fastest bus
1h 45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £16

Bus providers: National Express, Redline from Oxford to LutonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Luton with National Express, Redline for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£19
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Redline

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 54m
Redline frequency
1 a day

Buses from Oxford to Luton

The most convenient buses from Oxford to Luton are operated by National Express coach services. All coach journeys on this route will involve a change in Milton Keynes, taking a total journey time of between 3 and 3.5 hours. There are fourteen journeys by coach every day from Oxford to Luton, running from before dawn until early evening. The first leg of this journey is operated by a third party provider, Stagecoach. Coaches depart from Oxford Bus Station in the centre of the city and arrive at Luton Station Interchange from which onward travel by rail or bus is simple.

FAQs: Oxford to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Luton can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Luton is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oxford to Luton is 1h 45m to travel the 59 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford to Luton leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Luton leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from Oxford to Luton with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Luton, you can count on National Express, Redline for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride, Oxford, Sandhills . When arriving in Luton , you can end your route in coach stations like Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Luton from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Luton is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Luton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Luton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Luton

Oxford
Luton
The major coach station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Luton.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
information
Oxford, Sandhills
information

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