Bus from Luton to Gatwick: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Luton to Gatwick on February 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Luton DART Parkway
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South TerminalCheapest
National ExpressBus
Luton Airport (LTN)
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North TerminalFastest
National ExpressBus
Luton Airport (LTN)
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North TerminalNo tags
Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)Bus
Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North TerminalNo tags
FlixbusBus
Luton DART Parkway
Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:11 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Luton to Gatwick

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 1 hour 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30train per day
1h 26mAverage Duration
86 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$22 - $122Average Duration2h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$17 - $128Average Duration1h 26m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$14 - $14Average Duration1h 30m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to Gatwick by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Gatwick?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to Gatwick start from $22. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Luton to Gatwick?

    The average bus travel time from Luton to Gatwick is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 82 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the Luton to Gatwick route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 72 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex).

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Luton to Gatwick?

    The earliest bus departs from Luton to Gatwick at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Gatwick?

    A bus trip from Luton to Gatwick generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Luton to Gatwick?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29872 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Gatwick?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Luton to Gatwick?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to Gatwick?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex), with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-24
$29
02-25
$21
Today
$28
02-27
$19
02-28
$23
03-01
$30
03-02
$21
03-03
$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Luton to Gatwick was searched and found on Feb 27, 2026 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $133 for a bus ticket from Luton to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-02-27.

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