Preston to London Luton Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for 03 Feb

Cheapest price

£52

Average price

£52

Fastest journey

9 h 25 m

Average duration

9 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

262 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Preston to London Luton Airport will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for London Luton Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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 Express
02:159h25
Preston
11:40London Luton Airport
£521One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Preston to London Luton Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Preston to London Luton Airport coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express02:15 Preston
9h25
11:40 London Luton Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Preston to London Luton Airport

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Buses from Preston to London Luton Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 05:47. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 8h 23m.

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
262 km
Average bus duration
6h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
8h 23m
First bus
02:15
Last bus
05:47
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 Preston to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Preston to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as £41. 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
7h 30m
Cheapest Price
£45
National Express frequency
3 a day
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.

FAQs: Preston to London Luton Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Preston to London Luton Airport can start from as little as £41 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Preston to London Luton Airport is £47; 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 Preston to London Luton Airport is 8h 23m to travel the 262 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 Preston to London Luton Airport leaves at 2:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Preston to London Luton Airport leaves at 5:47.
There are 4 coaches a day from Preston to London Luton Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Preston to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Preston and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Preston is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Preston to London Luton Airport is August.
Yes, you can take a coach between Preston and London Luton Airport.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Preston to London Luton Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Preston to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Preston to London Luton Airport 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 Preston to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Preston to London Luton Airport:
  • 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 Preston to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Preston to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Preston to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Preston to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Preston to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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