The cheapest and fastest buses from York to Luton
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
8 h 34 m
Average duration
8 h 42 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Luton will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 2 buses that leave York for Luton on Tue, Feb 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 10 the direct buses cover the 235 km distance in an average of 8 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 34 m .
On Tue, Feb 10 the slowest buses will take 8 h 49 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Luton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from York 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 train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 235 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
York to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Luton buses for today, Monday, February 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
YC840 · NX561 · NXA2 | On time 4:56 PM York | 8h34 | 1:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
YC840 · NX561 · LU757 | On time 4:56 PM York | 8h54 | 1:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, February 10 | |||||
![]() | 10:51 AM York | 8h49 | 7:40 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Luton
Buses from York to Luton run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 235 km distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 235 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 32m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from York to LutonYou can travel by bus between York to Luton 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 York to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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