How much is the bus ticket from Luton to London?

The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to London start at R 116. The average price for this route is around R 286. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Luton to London?

The average bus journey time from Luton to London is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 47 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 34m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Luton to London route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 432 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to London?

The earliest bus departs from Luton to London at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to London?

A bus trip from Luton to London produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Luton to London?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to London?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Luton to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Luton to London from R 52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Luton to London on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 20m	19:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Luton Airport (LTN)	35m	06:15	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	5h 10m	10:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	1h 25m	02:10	Buckingham Palace Road	No tags
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 10m	23:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to London on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 20m	19:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Luton Airport (LTN)	35m	06:15	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 25m	06:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	1h 25m	02:10	Buckingham Palace Road	No tags
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 10m	23:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to London on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:01	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 9m	01:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Luton Airport (LTN)	34m	00:35	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:01	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 9m	01:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:00	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 10m	02:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:00	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 10m	02:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to London on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 25m	05:55	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Luton Airport (LTN)	35m	06:15	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 25m	06:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 25m	06:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 40m	10:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to London on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 10m	23:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Luton Airport (LTN)	35m	06:15	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 25m	06:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	1h 25m	05:10	Buckingham Palace Road	No tags
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 20m	19:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to London on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 10m	23:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Luton Airport (LTN)	35m	06:15	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 25m	06:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	1h 25m	05:10	Buckingham Palace Road	No tags
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 20m	19:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to London on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 20m	19:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Luton Airport (LTN)	35m	06:15	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	4h 25m	06:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	1h 25m	05:10	Buckingham Palace Road	No tags
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	1h 10m	23:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:39 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Luton to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

46 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 116 - R 1 233	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 88 - R 2 009	Average duration43m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 65 - R 162	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Luton and London?

Stops in Luton

A
London Luton Airport
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B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1
C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK
D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK
E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK
F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK

Stops in London

A
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
Visit page
B
London Liverpool Street
155 Bishopsgate, London EC2M, UK
Visit page
C
Buckingham Palace Road
111 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0SR, UK
Visit page
D
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
Visit page
E
Finchley Road & Frognal
Quick Help Agency Ltd, London NW3, UK
Visit page
F
Bethnal Green
Tote Bookmakers, 445 Bethnal Green Rd, London E2 9QH, UK
Visit page

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have praised the service for its punctuality and helpful staff, noting that drivers are friendly and journeys smooth. The convenience of traveling from Luton to Golders Green is highlighted positively. However, some users mentioned a minor inconvenience regarding the final stop being farther than expected from their intended destination.

National Express Luton London recent customer reviews

Really smooth easy journey. The only problem was the final stop. Should have been let off at the underground stop as the railway station was a bit of a walk from the bus depot

Shirley T.

19 October 2024

Helpful staff, load our luggages. The journey from Luton to Golders Green was quick and convenient. Will use this service again.

Larisa D.

19 August 2022

The guys in Luton airport who was checking the tickets was very helpfull and polite. Thanks

Vasileios T.

24 June 2022

Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)

3.5/57 reviews

Staff1.3

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) ticket prices on this trip start at R 393

Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) Luton London recent customer reviews

Bus didn’t show up. Two hours it came and refused our entrance even we had tickets

Catarina Q.

1 October 2023

Excellent experience. I will use again. Strongly recommended

Felix O.

18 June 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 698 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to London by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Luton to London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to London start at R 116. The average price for this route is around R 286. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Luton to London?
The average bus journey time from Luton to London is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 47 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 34m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 432 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex), FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to London?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to London at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to London?
A bus trip from Luton to London produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Luton to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Luton to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex), with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/12

R 145

22/12

R 186

Today

R 186

24/12

R 186

25/12

R 580

26/12

R 328

27/12

R 237

28/12

R 227

The cheapest trip from Luton to London was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 145

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 145 to R 1 334 for a bus ticket from Luton to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 186, which is on 2025-12-24.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.