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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Farnborough to Luton. Traveling by bus from Farnborough to Luton usually takes around 3 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 43 mi (70 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $32.35 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Farnborough to Luton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Farnborough to Luton. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 3h 15m | $45.08 |
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 3 hours to cover the 43 miles from Farnborough to Luton. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Luton, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Farnborough to Luton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Farnborough to Luton. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Farnborough to Luton; ticket prices start at $37.77.
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 Farnborough?
Main departure station: Kingsmead
Most buses depart from the main station in Farnborough.
All bus stations in Farnborough:
Kingsmead
Where does the bus arrive in Luton?
Main arrival 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 Airport
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