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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
2 h 44 m
Buses on 14 Sept
16
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading 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 Reading to London Luton Airport will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Reading to London Luton Airport you need to make at least one change.
RRRA1 · NX23011:453h00Reading, Blagrave Street14:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£431One-way1 change- RRRA1 · NX2315:252h45Reading, Blagrave Street8:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£441One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX2314:202h50Reading, Blagrave Street7:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£481One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX23021:032h47Reading, Blagrave Street23:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£481One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX23013:053h15Reading, Blagrave Street16:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£491One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX2309:052h40Reading, Blagrave Street11:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£501One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX2306:452h40Reading, Blagrave Street9:25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£501One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX2315:252h45Reading, Blagrave Street8:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£441One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX23021:032h47Reading, Blagrave Street23:50Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£481One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX2314:202h50Reading, Blagrave Street7:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach for Reading to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 62 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 13m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-31.35. The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Reading to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to London Luton Airport coaches for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 · NX231 | 4:20 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 7:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX231 | 5:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h45 | 8:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 6:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h40 | 9:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX240 | 7:22 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h58 | 10:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 9:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h40 | 11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 10:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h55 | 13:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 11:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h00 | 14:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 13:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h15 | 16:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX240 | 14:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h20 | 17:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 15:44 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h06 | 18:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 17:00 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h00 | 20:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | 17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h12 | 20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Reading to London Luton Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 21:03. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 43m |
First bus 3:20 |
Last bus 21:03 |
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Bus providers: National Express, RailAir from Reading to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Reading to London Luton Airport with National Express, RailAir for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to London Luton Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and London Luton Airport
Most Reading to London Luton Airport buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and London Luton Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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