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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Southampton

Showing times and prices for Jan 29

Cheapest price

€36

Average price

€50

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 38 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Southampton will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Luton to Southampton without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNXA2 · NX032
10:05PM4h55
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
03:00AMSouthampton, Coach Station
€361One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA2 · NX032
11:35PM9h55
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
09:30AMSouthampton, Coach Station
€361One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA1 · NX032
06:05AM5h15
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
11:20AMSouthampton, Coach Station
€371One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA2 · NX032
08:00PM5h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
01:00AMSouthampton, Coach Station
€371One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX230 · NX032
09:40AM4h40
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
02:20PMSouthampton, Coach Station
€491One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. 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 €19, and a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 128 km

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Bus
Train

€33

Average price

Cheapest

€48

Average price

4h 21m

Average total duration

3h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Luton to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Southampton buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:29 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express7:25 PM Luton
4h35
12:00 AM Southampton0 transfersDirect
national_express8:30 PM Luton
5h00
1:30 AM Southampton0 transfersDirect
national_express9:05 PM Luton
4h55
2:00 AM Southampton0 transfersDirect
national_express10:30 PM Luton
9h50
8:20 AM Southampton0 transfersDirect
Thursday, January 29
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h30
9:30 AM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNXA1 · NX032
On time
6:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h15
11:20 AM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
8:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h40
12:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
9:40 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h40
2:20 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
12:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h35
3:55 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX240 · NX032
On time
12:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
5h05
5:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
4:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h05
8:10 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
5:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h40
9:00 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX032
On time
7:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
3h20
10:20 PM Southampton, Coach Station		1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Southampton

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Buses from Luton to Southampton run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 128 km distance in 4h 35m.

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
128 km
Average bus duration
3h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
4h 35m
First bus
01:50
Last bus
23:50
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 Luton to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Luton to Southampton with National Express for as low as €19. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
€19
National Express frequency
15 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Luton to Southampton

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Luton to Southampton can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Luton to Southampton is €33; 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 Southampton is 4h 35m to travel the 128 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 Southampton leaves at 1:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Luton to Southampton leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 15 coaches a day from Luton to Southampton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Luton to Southampton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Luton and Southampton 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, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) . When arriving in Southampton , you can end your trip in coach stations like Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, University .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Southampton from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Luton to Southampton is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Southampton including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Luton to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Luton to Southampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Luton to Southampton 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 Southampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Luton to Southampton:
  • 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 Southampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Luton to Southampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Luton to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Luton to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Luton to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Luton to Southampton

Luton
Southampton
The major bus station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Southampton.
Luton, Station Interchange
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Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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