Leicester to London Luton Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

€22

Average price

€28

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to London Luton Airport will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Leicester for London Luton Airport on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .

On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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
04:50PM2h05
Leicester
06:55PMLondon Luton Airport
221One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:10AM2h05
Leicester
12:15PMLondon Luton Airport
221One-way
0 transfers
National Express
01:30PM2h05
Leicester
03:35PMLondon Luton Airport
301One-way
0 transfers
National Express
11:30AM3h40
Leicester
03:10PMLondon Luton Airport
371One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leicester to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 99 km

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Train

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

2h 28m

Average total duration

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Leicester to London Luton Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Luton Airport buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 11:32 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express4:40 PM Leicester
2h15
6:55 PM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect
national_express11:45 PM Leicester
2h00
1:45 AM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect
Saturday, March 21
national_express10:10 AM Leicester
2h05
12:15 PM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect
national_express11:30 AM Leicester
3h40
3:10 PM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Leicester to London Luton Airport buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Leicester to London Luton Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to London Luton Airport

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Buses from Leicester to London Luton Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.

There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 99 km distance in 2h 0m.

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
99 km
Average bus duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
2h 0m
First bus
03:45
Last bus
23:45
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 Leicester to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as €22. 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
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
€22
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 Leicester to London Luton Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to London Luton Airport can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to London Luton Airport is €28; 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport is 2h 0m to travel the 99 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport leaves at 3:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from Leicester to London Luton Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and London Luton Airport including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to London Luton Airport 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to London Luton Airport:
  • 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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