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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Luton Airport to Bristol

Showing times and prices for Mar 02

Cheapest price

€29

Average price

€31

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 57 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

160 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Luton Airport to Bristol will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Bristol on Mon, Mar 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Mar 02 the direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .

On Mon, Mar 02 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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
10:30PM4h50
London Luton Airport
03:20AMBristol
291One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:00PM4h50
London Luton Airport
12:50AMBristol
291One-way
0 transfers
National Express
06:05PM5h10
London Luton Airport
11:15PMBristol
351One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 160 km

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Train

€27

Average price

Cheapest

€71

Average price

4h 24m

Average total duration

3h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

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30m

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National Express

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Live departures

London Luton Airport to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Bristol buses for today, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:08 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express8:00 PM London Luton Airport
4h50
12:50 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express8:25 PM London Luton Airport
4h25
12:50 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express10:30 PM London Luton Airport
4h50
3:20 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express10:35 PM London Luton Airport
4h45
3:20 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Bristol

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Buses from London Luton Airport to Bristol run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 160 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
160 km
Average bus duration
3h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Buses per day
27
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
03:30
Last bus
23:30
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 London Luton Airport to BristolYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Bristol with National Express for as low as €18. 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
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
€18
National Express frequency
8 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 London Luton Airport to Bristol

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport to Bristol can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport to Bristol is €27; 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 London Luton Airport to Bristol is 4h 25m to travel the 160 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 London Luton Airport to Bristol leaves at 3:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol leaves at 11:30 PM.
There are 27 coaches a day from London Luton Airport to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Luton Airport and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bristol from London Luton Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport and Bristol including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Bristol 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 London Luton Airport to Bristol.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Bristol:
  • 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 London Luton Airport to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.

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