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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Luton

Showing times and prices for Dec 18

Cheapest price

€29

Average price

€40

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 51 m

Buses per day

43

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 €29.

Fast buses

Of the 43 buses that leave Oxford for Luton on Thu, Dec 18, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 18 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Thu, Dec 18 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.

National ExpressNX737
01:45PM1h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
03:40PMLuton, Station Interchange
€291One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX737
06:05AM2h10
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
08:15AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
€291One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX737
11:40AM1h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
01:35PMLuton, Station Interchange
€291One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX737
11:40AM2h05
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
01:45PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
€291One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX737
04:25PM2h10
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
06:35PMLuton, Station Interchange
€291One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus 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 €20. 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 €20, and a train costs an average of €64.

Distance: 59 km

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€26

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Cheapest

€67

Average price

2h 30m

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30m

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2h 33m

Average total duration

2h 3m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Oxford to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Luton buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:14 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX737
On time
12:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
2:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX73712:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
2:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX737
On time
4:05 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7374:05 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX737
On time
6:05 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h10
8:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7376:05 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
8:00 AM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX2306:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h55
9:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2306:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
9:40 AM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
6:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
10:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX737
On time
8:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h15
10:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7378:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
10:05 AM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX2308:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h30
12:00 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2308:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
11:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX2308:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX2308:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
12:05 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX2409:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX2409:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
12:30 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
9:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX23010:10 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h10
1:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX73711:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
1:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX737
On time
11:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
1:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX23011:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
3:10 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressNX7371:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
3:40 PM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX737
On time
1:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
3:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX2301:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
5:05 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX2301:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
5:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX2402:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
5:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX2402:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
5:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX7374:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h10
6:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX737
On time
4:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h25
7:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h40
8:10 PM Luton, Station Interchange		1 transfer
national_expressNX737
On time
6:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
8:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX7376:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
8:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX707
On time
7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h20
10:20 PM Luton, Station Interchange		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX2307:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h30
10:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX2307:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
10:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2309:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h35
11:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2309:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h50
12:05 AM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX23010:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h05
1:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange1 transfer
national_expressUCX5 · NX23010:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h15
1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Luton

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Buses from Oxford to Luton run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

There are 15 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
€20
Buses per day
38
Direct buses
15
Fastest bus
1h 45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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 €20. 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 55m
Cheapest Price
€21
National Express frequency
39 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

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Luton can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Luton is €29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Oxford to Luton coach time is 1 h 55 min   covering the 59 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Oxford to Luton leaves at 05: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Oxford to Luton leaves at 22: 30.
There are 35 coaches a day from Oxford to Luton which require at least one change with National Express or Redline. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Oxford to Luton you can take a coach with National Express or Redline. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Luton from Oxford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, Station Interchange, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Luton from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Oxford to Luton by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Oxford to Luton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Oxford to Luton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Luton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Oxford to Luton.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Oxford to Luton, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Luton.
    No, luggage for the coach from Oxford to Luton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Oxford to Luton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Luton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Luton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Oxford to Luton.

    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.
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    Amenities at bus station
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    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
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    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    George Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
    • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    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
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