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Wardown House Museum and Gallery
Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 18 m
Buses on 05 Sept
1
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wellingborough to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wellingborough to Luton will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 buses from Wellingborough to Luton, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 18 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wellingborough to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 51 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wellingborough to Luton:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wellingborough to Luton costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 5m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.45. The journey takes 1h 5m versus 1h 1m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Wellingborough to Luton coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:27 Wellingborough | 1h18 | 5:45 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Wellingborough to Luton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:54, the last at 23:32. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 26m |
First bus 0:54 |
Last bus 23:32 |
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Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.
Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.
Large landscaped park with formal gardens, lake, museum and open space, ideal for a relaxed walk close to central Luton.
Parkland site with gardens, heritage displays and family-friendly walking routes around the Discovery Centre and museum grounds.
Nature reserve and chalk downland area with trails and wide views, popular for walking and a quieter escape above the town.
A Bedfordshire classic: suet pastry pudding filled with chopped beef, onions and stock. Long linked to local home cooking across Bedfordshire, including Luton.
A traditional Bedfordshire dish of baked onions stuffed with seasoned sage and breadcrumbs. It reflects thrifty local cooking from the surrounding county.
A rich suet pastry pie with bacon, onions and potatoes. It is an old Bedfordshire comfort food once popular with labourers and farming families.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively modern setting close to the town centre.
Well-known South Indian venue specialising in dosas, curries and vegetarian dishes in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a smart but approachable setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
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