4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Luton
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 42 m
Buses on Sep 18
30
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Luton will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 30 buses from Leicester to Luton, including 30 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
FlixBus4:40 AM1h20Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:00 AMLuton€81One-way0 transfers- FlixBus4:20 AM1h40Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station6:00 AMLuton€81One-way0 transfers
NX2403:30 AM2h00Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station5:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station€211One-way0 transfers- NX24010:05 AM2h00Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:05 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station€211One-way0 transfers
- NX2302:30 AM2h00Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station4:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station€221One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:40 AM1h20Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:00 AMLuton€81One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:20 AM1h40Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station6:00 AMLuton€81One-way0 transfers
- NX2301:45 AM1h50Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station3:35 AMLuton, Station Interchange€361One-way0 transfers
- NX24010:05 AM1h50Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station11:55 AMLuton, Station Interchange€361One-way0 transfers
- NX2403:30 AM1h50Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station5:20 AMLuton, Station Interchange€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 97 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Luton:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Luton costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 38m.
Live departures
Leicester to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Luton buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX230 | 5:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 8:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 5:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 7:55 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 9:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 9:25 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 11:10 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 11:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 10:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 11:55 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 10:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 12:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 11:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h05 | 1:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 11:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h55 | 1:15 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 3:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 3:10 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 4:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 3:50 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 2:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 5:05 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 2:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h20 | 5:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 4:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h05 | 6:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 4:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h15 | 6:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 1:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 3:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 3:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 2:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 4:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 2:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 4:20 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 3:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 5:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 3:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 5:20 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 4:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h50 | 5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 4:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h40 | 6:00 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1h20 | 6:00 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Leicester to Luton run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 97 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leicester to LutonYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leicester to Luton
Most Leicester to Luton buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Luton, Station Interchange. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
Getting to Leicester, Braunstone from Leicester city centre
Leicester, Braunstone is 3 km from Leicester city centre. Public transport options include:
Leicester, Braunstone bus station facilities and services
Leicester, Braunstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack outlets in the nearby vicinity.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester, Braunstone. ATMs are available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester, Braunstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester, Braunstone: Basic wheelchair accessibility.
Which Luton station do buses from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre
Luton, Station Interchange bus station facilities and services
Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.
Getting to Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) from Luton city centre
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) bus station facilities and services
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.
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