Luton to Hertford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Hertford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 28

Cheapest price on Sep 28

€21

Average ticket price on Sep 28

€23

Fastest journey on Sep 28

52 m

Average journey duration on Sep 28

52 m

Buses on Sep 28

16

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Hertford will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.

Fast buses

On Mon, Sep 28, we found 16 buses from Luton to Hertford, including 16 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 28 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 52 m .

On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest buses will take 52 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 ExpressNX737
    8:00 AM1h27
    Luton, Station Interchange
    9:27 AMHertford, Mill Road (Tesco)
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX737
    1:35 PM1h12
    Luton, Station Interchange
    2:47 PMHertford, Mill Road (Tesco)
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX737
    8:45 PM1h12
    Luton, Station Interchange
    9:57 PMHertford, Mill Road (Tesco)
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX737
    6:35 PM1h12
    Luton, Station Interchange
    7:47 PMHertford, Mill Road (Tesco)
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX737
    5:50 AM1h12
    Luton, Station Interchange
    7:02 AMHertford, Mill Road (Tesco)
    €211One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Luton to Hertford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Hertford buses for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX7372:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
3:47 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7372:55 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
3:47 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7375:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
7:02 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7376:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
7:02 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7378:15 AM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
9:27 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7378:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
9:27 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX73710:25 AM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
11:37 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX73710:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
11:37 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7371:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
2:47 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7371:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
2:47 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7374:00 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
5:12 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7374:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
5:12 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7376:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
7:47 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7376:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
7:47 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7378:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange
1h12
9:57 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7379:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
0h52
9:57 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Hertford

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Buses from Luton to Hertford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €17 by train.

There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:43, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 25 km distance in 52m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €17
Distance
25 km
Average bus duration
1h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
€21
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
52m
First bus
1:43 AM
Last bus
10:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €17

Bus providers: National Express from Luton to HertfordYou can travel by bus between Luton to Hertford with National Express for as low as €17. 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 National Express Duration
52m
Cheapest National Express Price
€21
National Express frequency
16 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.
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Hertford

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Hertford can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Hertford is €25; 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 Luton to Hertford is 52m to travel the 25 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 Luton to Hertford leaves at 1:43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Hertford leaves at 10:45 PM.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from Luton to Hertford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Hertford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Hertford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Hertford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Luton , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station . When arriving in Hertford , you can end your trip in coach stations like Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco), located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Hertford including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Hertford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Hertford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Hertford 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 Luton to Hertford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Hertford:
  • 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 Luton to Hertford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Hertford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Hertford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Hertford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Hertford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Luton to Hertford

Most Luton to Hertford buses use the Luton, Station Interchange to Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Hertford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Luton
Arrival bus stations in Hertford

Which Luton station do buses to Hertford leave from?

Buses from Luton to Hertford leave from Luton, Station Interchange. The station is from Luton city centre at Luton Station Interchange, Luton LU1 2WG, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · €2 · every ~2 min

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.

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