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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Luton to St Helens. Traveling by bus from Luton to St Helens usually takes around 6 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 146 mi (235 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €49.96 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Luton to St Helens?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Luton to St Helens. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 3 | 6h 8m | €54.07 |
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 bus takes an average of 6 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 235 kilometers from Luton to St Helens. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 12:00 and the last bus leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all buses from Luton to St Helens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Luton?
Main departure station: Challney - Travelodge Bus Stop
One of the primary bus stations in Luton is a curbside stop on Dunstable Road, in front of the Travelodge Luton. Several shops and fast-food restaurants are around the corner on Chaul End Lane, where you might spend some time before the bus arrives because the bus stop has no indoor waiting area. The stop includes two bus shelters, one on either side of Dunstable Road. National Express and Arriva routes to Heathrow Airport, Oxford City Center, Stansted Airport, and more stop at this station, northwest of the town center.
All bus stations in Luton:
Challney - Travelodge Bus Stop
Luton Station Interchange
Luton Airport
Where does the bus arrive in St Helens?
Main arrival station: St Helens Central Station
All buses from Luton arrive at one main station in St Helens.
Bus stations in St Helens:
St Helens Central Station
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