The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Luton
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Luton will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Luton on Fri, Mar 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 13 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Fri, Mar 13 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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 and bus for Brighton to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 118 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Luton buses for today, Thursday, March 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 PM Brighton | 7h05 | 3:15 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 13 | |||||
![]() | 2:55 AM Brighton | 5h05 | 8:00 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Luton
Buses from Brighton to Luton run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €14 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 118 km distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 118 km |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 58m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to LutonYou can travel by bus between Brighton 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: Bus from Brighton to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Luton by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, 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.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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