Watford to Luton bus

Sun 10 May
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to Luton

Showing times and prices for 10 May

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

1 h 58 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Watford to Luton will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

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

  • London OvergroundP50991+West Midlands TrainsW06180+ThameslinkTL436000
    9:582h24
    Watford High Street (WFH)
    12:22Luton station (LUT)
    £81One-way
    2 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsW06174+ThameslinkTL436300
    9:031h59
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    11:02Luton station (LUT)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsW06180+ThameslinkTL436000
    10:182h04
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    12:22Luton station (LUT)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsW06170+ThameslinkTL436500
    8:041h58
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    10:02Luton station (LUT)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • London OvergroundP51019+West Midlands TrainsW06186+ThameslinkTL435800
    10:582h24
    Watford High Street (WFH)
    13:22Luton station (LUT)
    £81One-way
    2 changes

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Compare train and coach for Watford to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 25 km

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Most popular
Train

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

£12

Average Price

2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

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30m

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Live departures

Watford to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Watford to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsW06170+ThameslinkTL4365008:04 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h58
10:02 Luton station (LUT)1 change
London OvergroundP50952+West Midlands TrainsW06174+ThameslinkTL4363008:28 Watford High Street (WFH)
2h34
11:02 Luton station (LUT)2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW06174+ThameslinkTL4363009:03 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h59
11:02 Luton station (LUT)1 change
London OvergroundP50991+West Midlands TrainsW06180+ThameslinkTL4360009:58 Watford High Street (WFH)
2h24
12:22 Luton station (LUT)2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW06180+ThameslinkTL43600010:18 Watford Junction (WFJ)
2h04
12:22 Luton station (LUT)1 change
London OvergroundP51019+West Midlands TrainsW06186+ThameslinkTL43580010:58 Watford High Street (WFH)
2h24
13:22 Luton station (LUT)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Watford to Luton

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Buses from Watford to Luton run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 1h 15m.

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
25 km
Average bus duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
0:02
Last bus
23:58
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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

FAQs: Watford to Luton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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 Watford to Luton can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Watford to Luton is £4; 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 Watford to Luton is 1h 15m to travel the 25 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 Watford to Luton leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Watford to Luton leaves at 23:58.
There are 13 coaches a day from Watford to Luton which require at least one change with Red Rose Travel, Red Eagle, Arriva Herts and Essex, Uno, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Watford to Luton, you can count on Red Rose Travel, Red Eagle, Arriva Herts and Essex, Uno, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Watford and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Luton from Watford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Watford to Luton is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Watford and Luton including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Watford to Luton.
No, the coach from Watford to Luton has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Watford to Luton.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Watford to Luton.
No, luggage for the coach from Watford to Luton needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Watford to Luton.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Watford to Luton.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Watford to Luton.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Watford to Luton.

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