How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Luton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to Luton start from $20. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Stansted to Luton?

The average bus trip duration from Stansted to Luton is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 27 miles (43 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Stansted to Luton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Luton at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Stansted to Luton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Stansted to Luton from $17 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 5m	9:05am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 5m	9:05am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 5m	9:05am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 5m	9:05am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to Luton on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	1h 35m	2:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h	3:00am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	2h 10m	9:10am	Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:46 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Stansted to Luton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

27 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $92	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stansted and Luton?

Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
Visit page

Stops in Luton

A
London Luton Airport
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,828 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers who contribute to an enjoyable travel experience. The reservation process is described as easy and safe. However, some users noted issues such as mechanical delays and unreliable internet connectivity during their trips.

National Express Stansted Luton recent customer reviews

The trip was enjoyable. However, there was a delay due to a mechanical problem with the bus. Luckily, we made it on time for our next flight.

Mirela R.

April 8, 2024

Very good driver, professional and helpful. The internet was rather bad, I couldn't do any work as planned, so not perfect!

Aleksandra S.

January 2, 2024

National Express app is terrible. In search i typed "London Stansted Airport - London Luton Airport" but in search results besides Luton airport there was Luton Denlley and Loton smthink. I got confused and bought wrong ticked. And tickets are non refundable. Lost my money

Romans B.

September 13, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stansted to Luton by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Luton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to Luton start from $20. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Stansted to Luton?
The average bus trip duration from Stansted to Luton is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 27 miles (43 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Luton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Luton at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Luton?
A bus trip from Stansted to Luton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/04

$24

01/05

$26

Today

$26

01/07

$24

01/08

$23

01/09

$20

01/10

$20

01/11

$20

The cheapest trip from Stansted to Luton was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $46 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-01-09.