Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
According to customer reviews, National Express is highly praised for its punctuality, comfort, and professional service. However, some passengers reported issues such as a fuel smell on the bus and ineffective air conditioning. Additionally, there were comments about a driver's misunderstanding of time.
National Express London Luton recent customer reviews
2 coaches arrived at the same time and as my coach wasn't labelled with its destination I went to the other wrong coach accidentally and by the time I knew it wasn't the correct coach the coach drove away.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jenny M.
I waited for half an hour and the bus didn't show up, I went to the bus terminal and asked someone to help me and they exchanged my ticket for the next time the bus was leaving. However, all the buses were late and I almost missed my flight, since 1 pm and it was almost 3 pm
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jessica L.
Terrible. Waited 30 min and bus never showed. Had to buy Green line tickets instead and nearly missed Plane!
Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) London Luton recent customer reviews
The bus driver initially refused to believe that my print out ticket was a real ticket. He claimed I could have printed off several copies. Your app refused to allow me to add it to my digital wallet.
Based on 13016 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £5
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Luton
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Luton?
The cheapest coach tickets from London to Luton start from £5. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Luton?
The average bus journey time from London to Luton is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Luton route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from London to Luton at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Luton?
A bus journey from London to Luton produces an estimated 1.1453250000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from London to Luton?
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 29898 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Luton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Luton?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Luton?
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
14/07
£4
15/07
£4
Today
£4
17/07
£4
18/07
£4
19/07
£4
20/07
£4
21/07
£5
The cheapest trip from London to Luton was searched and found on 15 Jul 2026 with a price of £4
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Luton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £42 for a bus ticket from London to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-07-17.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from London to Luton was searched and found on 15 Jul 2026 with a price of £4
