Portsmouth to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Luton

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 41 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Luton will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

To travel from Portsmouth to Luton you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX030 · NXA1
18:454h05
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
22:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£231One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA1
15:254h45
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
20:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£241One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA1
12:354h45
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
17:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NXA31
10:054h15
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
14:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£341One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX030 · NX230
20:103h40
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
23:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
£351One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Luton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 129 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£31

Average Price

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 58m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Portsmouth to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 18:02
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express03:20 Portsmouth
4h40
08:00 Luton0 changesdirect
national_express15:35 Portsmouth
4h35
20:10 Luton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Luton

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Buses from Portsmouth to Luton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 4h 5m.

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
Distance
129 km
Average bus duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
4h 5m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
23:50
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

Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to LutonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Luton with National Express for as low as £17. 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
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£17
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.
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Buses from Portsmouth to Luton

There is a large selection of buses from Portsmouth to Luton. National Express provide as many as 17 connections between the two cities, seven days a week. All of them are indirect journeys, requiring a stop at London Victoria Coach Station. Journey times vary, with the shortest journeys taking 3 hours 35 minutes and the longest taking almost 6 hours. Travellers can also choose between buses to Luton Airport and services to Luton Bus Station. All buses leave from Portsmouth's Hard Interchange, regardless of where they terminate.

FAQs: Portsmouth to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Luton can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Luton is £28; 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 Portsmouth to Luton is 4h 5m to travel the 129 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 Portsmouth to Luton leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Portsmouth to Luton leaves at 23:50.
There are 10 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Portsmouth to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Portsmouth , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, University, Southsea, Clarence Esplanade, Portsmouth, International Port . 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 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange, which is located around 1 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 trip to Luton from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth to Luton is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Luton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Portsmouth to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to Luton for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Portsmouth 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.
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 Portsmouth to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Portsmouth to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Portsmouth to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Luton

Portsmouth
Luton
The major coach station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange for your trip from Portsmouth to Luton.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth PO1 3DT, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
The Hard
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at The Hard (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
Portsmouth, University
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Southsea, Clarence Esplanade
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