The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Norwich
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Norwich will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Luton for Norwich on Thu, Dec 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.








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Compare bus and train for Luton to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 €21, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 143 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€40 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Norwich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Norwich buses for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX786 · NX728 | 9:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 1:40 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX727 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h45 | 4:25 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX491 | On time 3:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h40 | 9:25 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX727 | 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 10:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX727 | 9:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:35 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Norwich
Buses from Luton to Norwich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 143 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to NorwichYou can travel by bus between Luton to Norwich with National Express for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Norwich 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 Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Luton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney), Luton, Station Interchange and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3). When arriving in Norwich, you can end your route in coach stations like Norwich, Bus Station, Norwich, Bus Station and Norwich, University of East Anglia.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney), which is located around 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Norwich, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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