Exeter to Luton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to Luton

Showing times and prices for Nov 13

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€33

Fastest journey

11 h 20 m

Average duration

11 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

252 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Exeter to Luton will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Exeter for Luton on Thu, Nov 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .

On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 11 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.

FlixBus
12:10AM11h20
Exeter
11:30AMLuton
331One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Exeter to Luton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 252 km

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Bus
Train

€39

Average price

Cheapest

€65

Average price

5h 41m

Average total duration

5h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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South Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Exeter to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Luton buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 5:07 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:10 AM Exeter
11h20
11:30 AM Luton0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter to Luton

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Buses from Exeter to Luton run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:42, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 252 km distance in 5h 30m.

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
252 km
Average bus duration
5h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
00:42
Last bus
23:50
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 Exeter to LutonYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Luton with National Express for as low as €19. 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
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
€52
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.

FAQs: Bus from Exeter to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Luton can start from as little as €32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter to Luton is €48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Exeter to Luton is on average 5 h 15 min   for the 251 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Exeter to Luton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Exeter to Luton leaves at 04: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Exeter to Luton leaves at 16: 55.
There are 5 coaches a day from Exeter to Luton which require at least one change with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Exeter to Luton, you can count on National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Exeter to Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Exeter, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34), Exeter, Honiton Road and Exeter, Bus Station. When arriving in Luton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, Station Interchange, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Exeter to Luton is September.
You have options as you can travel from Exeter to Luton 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Exeter to Luton

Exeter
Luton
The major bus station for departures in Exeter is Exeter, Honiton Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter, Honiton Road for your trip from Exeter to Luton.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Honiton Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the station (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Exeter, Honiton Road
  • Bus: 4, 9, 56
Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
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