The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to Luton
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
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.
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.


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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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€39 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:10 AM Exeter | 11h20 | 11:30 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Luton
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.
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 |
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
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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.

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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Exeter to Luton
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
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