Colchester to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Luton

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€30

Average price

€38

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 48 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

91 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Colchester to Luton will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Colchester for Luton on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.

National Express
06:30PM4h05
Colchester
10:35PMLuton
€301One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:35PM5h20
Colchester
01:55AMLuton
€421One-way
0 transfers
National Express
01:10PM5h00
Colchester
06:10PMLuton
€431One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Colchester to Luton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. 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 €29, and a train costs an average of €74.

Distance: 91 km

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Most popular
Bus
Train

€39

Average price

Cheapest

€75

Average price

3h 25m

Average total duration

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Colchester to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Luton buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:48 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX717 · NX737
On time
8:25 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h40
1:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX7378:25 AM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h00
1:25 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX73712:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
3h45
3:55 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX737
On time
12:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
3h25
3:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX737
On time
2:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h40
6:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX7372:10 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h00
7:10 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX737
On time
4:30 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h35
9:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX7374:30 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h55
9:25 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX7377:30 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h25
11:55 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX737
On time
7:30 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
4h05
11:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX7379:35 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h20
2:55 AM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX717 · NX737
On time
9:35 PM Colchester, East Hill / High Street
5h00
2:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester to Luton

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Buses from Colchester to Luton run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 23:02. The fastest bus covers the 91 km distance in 4h 20m.

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
91 km
Average bus duration
2h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
€29
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
02:25
Last bus
23:02
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

Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to LutonYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Luton with National Express for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
€30
National Express frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Colchester to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Colchester to Luton can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Colchester to Luton is €39; 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 Colchester to Luton is 4h 20m to travel the 91 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Colchester to Luton leaves at 2:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Colchester to Luton leaves at 11:02 PM.
There are 14 coaches a day from Colchester to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Colchester to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Colchester and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Luton from Colchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Colchester to Luton is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colchester and Luton including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Colchester to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester to Luton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Colchester to Luton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Colchester to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Colchester to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Colchester to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Colchester to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Colchester to Luton

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Luton
The major bus station for departures in Colchester is Colchester, East Hill / High Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester, East Hill / High Street for your trip from Colchester to Luton.
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