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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
46 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) without transferring at least once.
NXA1 · NXA806:05AM2h45
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station08:50AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA1 · NXA806:05PM2h43
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station08:48PMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA2 · NXA802:00AM2h48
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station04:48AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA2 · NXA803:30AM2h48
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station06:18AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA2 · NXA810:30PM2h48
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station01:18AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NX422 · NXA805:40AM2h10
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station07:50AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€241One-way
1 transfer
NXA2 · NXA812:30AM2h28
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station02:58AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA2 · NXA801:30AM2h28
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station03:58AMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA31 · NXA812:45PM2h35
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station03:20PMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
NXA31 · NXA810:45AM2h35
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station01:20PMLondon, York Road (London Eye)
€221One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 46 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:55 AM
Last updated at 12:55 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:40 PM London Luton Airport | 2h40 | 5:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:55 PM London Luton Airport | 2h53 | 8:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 12:01 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h37 | 2:38 AM London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 transfer | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | 12:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h28 | 2:58 AM London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
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 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
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: Megabus, National Express from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)You can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with Megabus, National Express for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€18
Megabus frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
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 40m
Cheapest Price
€15
National Express frequency
38 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.
FAQs: Bus from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
FAQs: Take the bus from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Luton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is €19; 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 London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is on average 1 h 25 min for the 45 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 23: 30.
There are 46 coaches a day from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) you can take a coach with Megabus or National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Waterloo (WAT) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from London Luton Airport (LTN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is February.
You have options as you can travel from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, luggage for the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to London Waterloo (WAT).
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