Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Luton DART Parkway | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:09 GMT.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Reading to Luton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price€20 - €28 | Average duration7h 40m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price€6 - €6 | Average duration1h 10m | 3kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Reading and Luton?
Stops in Reading
- AMereoak Ln, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7, UK
- B
Bath Road
Bath Rd, Reading RG31 7BS, UK - C
Reading
25 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1ST, United Kingdom
Stops in Luton
- A
London Luton Airport
- B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1 - C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK - D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK - E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK - F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 12141 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 €20
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Reading 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 Reading to Luton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Reading to Luton start from €20. The average price for this route is around €20. 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 Reading to Luton?
The average bus journey time from Reading to Luton is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 65 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Reading to Luton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reading to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from Reading to Luton at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 04:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reading to Luton?
A bus journey from Reading to Luton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Reading to Luton was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Luton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €16 to €16 for a bus ticket from Reading to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €16, which is on 2026-01-25.