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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Colchester to Luton
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
91 km
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 €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 4 buses that leave Colchester for Luton on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 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.
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 + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Colchester to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Luton buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:35 AM Colchester | 4h50 | 12:25 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:35 PM Colchester | 4h20 | 10:55 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
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 |
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
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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.
When departing from Colchester, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Colchester, East Hill / High Street and Colchester, Stanwell Street. When arriving in Luton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney), Luton, Station Interchange and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Colchester, East Hill / High Street, which is located around 0.5 miles (820 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney), located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre.
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