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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Luton

Showing times and prices for Apr 27

Cheapest price

€29

Average price

€42

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 25 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Luton will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton for Luton on Mon, Apr 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Apr 27 the direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .

On Mon, Apr 27 the slowest buses will take 4 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.

  • National Express
    2:05 AM4h45
    Southampton
    6:50 AMLuton
    €291One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    12:15 PM4h05
    Southampton
    4:20 PMLuton
    €551One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Southampton to Luton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Luton 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 19m. 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 €21.

Distance: 128 km

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Most popular
Bus
Train

€33

Average price

Cheapest

€42

Average price

4h 9m

Average total duration

3h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

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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South Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Southampton to Luton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Luton buses for tomorrow, Monday, April 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express2:05 AM Southampton
4h45
6:50 AM Luton0 transfersDirect
national_express12:15 PM Southampton
4h05
4:20 PM Luton0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Luton

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Buses from Southampton to Luton run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 128 km distance in 4h 5m.

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 39m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
4h 5m
First bus
2:05 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
49 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 from Southampton to LutonYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Luton 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 5m
Cheapest Price
€19
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 Southampton to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Luton can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Luton 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 Southampton to Luton is 4h 5m 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 Southampton to Luton leaves at 2:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Luton leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 14 coaches a day from Southampton to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Southampton , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, University, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) . 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 Southampton, Coach 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 trip to Luton from Southampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton to Luton is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Luton including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Luton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Luton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to Luton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Luton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Luton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Southampton to Luton

Southampton
Luton
The major bus station for departures in Southampton is Southampton, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton, Coach Station for your trip from Southampton to Luton.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Harbour Parade
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Express (in the station)
  • Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the entrance.
Public transit options for Southampton, Coach Station
  • Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
Southampton, University
information
Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library)
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