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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Derby | Luton Halfway Avenue | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Luton Airport (LTN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Derby | Luton DART Parkway | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Luton Airport (LTN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Luton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Derby and Luton?
Stops in Derby
- ACentral Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
- B
Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK
Stops in Luton
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Luton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Derby to Luton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Derby to Luton start from $26. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Derby to Luton?
The average bus travel time from Derby to Luton is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 138 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Derby to Luton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Derby to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from Derby to Luton at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Derby to Luton?
A bus trip from Derby to Luton generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Derby 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 29742 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Derby to Luton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Derby to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Derby to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Derby to Luton was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Derby to Luton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $84 for a bus ticket from Derby to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-08.
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.
