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Journey Information

There are 601 intercity coaches per day from Luton to London. Traveling by coach from Luton to London usually takes around one hour and 41 minutes, but the fastest Green Line coach can make the trip in 3 minutes.

Distance29 mi (46 km)
Shortest duration0h 3m
Cheapest price€10.06
Trips per day460
Most frequent serviceGreen Line
Coach lines3

How much is a coach ticket from Luton to London?

€12.41 is the average price of a bus ticket from Luton to London. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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Bus tickets from Luton to London are at their cheapest average price in November. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around €16. On the other hand, traveling on this route during April might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for April trips cost €19, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

What coach companies travel from Luton to London?

There are 3 bus lines from Luton to London available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 419 daily trips, Green Line usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Green Line4191h 5m€13.48
Megabus541h 22m€16.17
National Express2132h 53m€25.03
  • Green Line buses operate between London Luton Airport and central London. Departures take place every 15-30 minutes, 24 hours a day, making it exceptionally easy to match your schedule. Green Line buses stop at Brent Cross Shopping Center, Baker Street, and Marble Arch on the way to London's Victoria coach terminal. The full journey takes about an hour to complete.

  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of one hour and 41 minutes to cover the 29 miles from Luton to London. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in London. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Luton to London, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 601 scheduled coaches that travel from Luton to London every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 460 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Luton to London; ticket prices start at €20.03.

City Information

Luton

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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.

To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.

Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Luton?

Main departure station: Luton Station Interchange

Coaches to London leave from 4 stations in Luton.

All coach stations in Luton:

  • Luton Station Interchange

  • Luton Airport

  • Luton Airport Bus & Coach Station

  • Halfway Ave

Where does the coach arrive in London?

Main arrival station: London Baker St Station

Coaches arrive in London at 15 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in London:

  • London Baker St Station

  • London Marble Arch (Stop S)

  • Green Line Coach Station

  • London Finchley Road Station

  • London Brent Cross Ctr North Circular Rd (Stop J2)

  • London Marble Arch, for Stansted

  • Victoria Grn Line Coach Sta

  • Finchley Rd & Frognal

  • Golders Green Bus Station

  • 235 Finchley Rd

  • London Victoria Rail Station

  • St John's Wood

  • London Victoria

  • Bethnal Grn Rd Shoreditch High St (Stop J)

  • Bow Church Station

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