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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Peterborough to Luton. Traveling by bus from Peterborough to Luton usually takes around 4 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 3 hours,
Distance | 48 mi (78 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
Cheapest price | $31.37 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Peterborough to Luton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Peterborough to Luton. 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 | 7 | 4h 3m | $36.18 |
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 4 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 48 miles from Peterborough to Luton. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Peterborough to Luton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Peterborough to Luton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Peterborough to Luton; ticket prices start at $24.56.
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 Peterborough?
Main departure station: Queensgate Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Peterborough.
All bus stations in Peterborough:
Queensgate Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Luton?
Main arrival station: Luton Station Interchange
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Luton.
All bus stations in Luton:
Luton Station Interchange
Luton Airport
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