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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Luton
Showing times and prices for May 02
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
40
Distance
59 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Luton will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Fast buses
Of the 40 buses that leave Oxford for Luton on Sat, May 02, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 02 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
NX73711:40 AM1h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1:35 PMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers- NX7376:30 AM1h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station8:15 AMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX7372:05 PM1h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station4:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX7376:50 PM1h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station8:45 PMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX7378:30 AM1h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station10:25 AMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX7376:30 AM1h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station8:15 AMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX7374:05 AM1h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station5:50 AMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX73712:50 AM1h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station2:35 AMLuton, Station Interchange€341One-way0 transfers
- NX73711:40 AM1h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1:35 PMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
- NX7372:05 PM1h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station4:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Oxford to Luton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Luton 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 €31.
Distance: 59 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Luton buses for tomorrow, Saturday, May 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 12:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 2:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 12:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h45 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 4:05 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 4:05 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h45 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TALGW · NX231 | 4:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h40 | 7:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| TALGW · NX230 | On time 5:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h40 | 8:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 6:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h45 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 6:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 8:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | Delayed 3:35 PM 6:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h10 | 10:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | Delayed 3:35 PM 6:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h25 | 10:15 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| TALGW · NX240 | 7:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h50 | 10:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 8:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h05 | 10:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 8:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | Delayed 3:35 PM 8:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h25 | 12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | Delayed 3:35 PM 8:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h15 | 12:05 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX230 | On time 10:10 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h10 | 1:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 11:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMLuton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | Delayed 1:05 PM 11:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h05 | 1:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | Delayed 3:35 PM 11:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h20 | 3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | Delayed 3:35 PM 11:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h35 | 3:25 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | Delayed 3:35 PM 11:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h35 | 3:25 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | Delayed 3:35 PM 12:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h05 | 3:55 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX230 | On time 12:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h05 | 3:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 | On time 2:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 4:00 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | On time 2:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h05 | 4:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TALHR · NX240 | On time 2:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h25 | 5:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX240 | On time 2:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h10 | 5:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX230 | On time 3:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h15 | 6:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 | On time 4:40 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h05 | 6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | On time 4:40 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 6:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | On time 6:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h05 | 8:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 | On time 6:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 8:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | On time 7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h20 | 10:20 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | On time 7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h05 | 10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX230 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h30 | 10:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX230 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h15 | 10:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| TALGW · NX230 | On time 9:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h35 | 11:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| TALGW · NX230 | 9:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h50 | 12:05 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | On time 10:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h05 | 1:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | On time 10:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h15 | 1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Oxford to Luton run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 59 km distance in 1h 45m.
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 59 km |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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, Redline from Oxford to LutonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Luton with National Express, Redline for as low as €21. 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
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
€21
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.
Redline
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 54m
Redline frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Luton can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Luton is €26; 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 Oxford to Luton is 1h 45m to travel the 59 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 Oxford to Luton leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Luton leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from Oxford to Luton with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Luton, you can count on National Express, Redline for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride, Oxford, Sandhills . When arriving in Luton , you can end your trip in coach stations like Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Luton from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Luton is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Luton including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Luton:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Luton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Luton 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 Oxford to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Luton:
- 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 Oxford to Luton:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Oxford to Luton
Oxford
Luton
The major bus station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Luton.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
George StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
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Oxford, Sandhills
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The major bus station for arrivals 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 to Luton from Oxford.
Luton, Station Interchange
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Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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