The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Basingstoke will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 3 buses that leave Luton for Basingstoke on Sun, Nov 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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 Luton to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Basingstoke 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 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 83 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Luton to Basingstoke bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Basingstoke buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 AM Luton | 3h50 | 1:00 PM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Basingstoke
Buses from Luton to Basingstoke run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 83 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 21:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to BasingstokeYou can travel by bus between Luton to Basingstoke with National Express for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Basingstoke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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