The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Luton
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Luton will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Preston for Luton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 261 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £155 Average Price |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Luton coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:15 Preston | 7h35 | 20:50 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Luton
Buses from Preston to Luton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 261 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 261 km |
Average bus duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Preston to LutonYou can travel by bus between Preston to Luton with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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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