Bus from Edinburgh to Luton: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Luton on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Bus Station
Luton Halfway AvenueCheapest
FlixbusBus
Bus Station
Luton Halfway AvenueFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:41 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Luton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 824, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 45mAverage duration
486 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 824 - R 2 423Average duration12h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 1 384 - R 1 384Average duration8h 40m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Luton by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Luton start at R 824. The average price for this route is around R 1 320. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Luton?

    The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Luton is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 486 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Luton?

    The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Luton at 20:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

    A bus trip from Edinburgh to Luton produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/12
R 2 386
15/12
R 1 255
Today
R 868
17/12
R 764
18/12
R 981
19/12
R 1 281
20/12
R 1 303
21/12
R 1 219
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Luton was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 764

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

You can expect to pay from R 764 to R 2 396 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 764, which is on 2025-12-17.

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