Bus from Leicester to Luton: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Luton on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Luton DART Parkway Cheapest
National ExpressBus
    		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    		Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus StopFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
      		Luton Airport (LTN)No tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Leicester (Fosse Park)
      		Luton DART Parkway No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
        		Luton Airport (LTN)No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 17:27 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Luton

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        1h 10mAverage duration
        61 milesDistance
        4kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£13 - £39Average duration2h
        2kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£24 - £126Average duration1h 12m
        2kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£6 - £16Average duration1h 10m
        4kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Luton

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

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

          The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Luton start from £13. The average price for this route is around £26. 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 journey from Leicester to Luton?

          The average bus journey time from Leicester to Luton is 2h, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 50m and is operated by National Express.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Luton at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

          A bus journey from Leicester to Luton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Leicester 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.

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

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

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leicester 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.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester 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.

        Best price found
        05/12
        £23
        06/12
        £23
        Today
        £24
        08/12
        £17
        09/12
        £16
        10/12
        £16
        11/12
        £15
        12/12
        £18
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Luton was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

        You can expect to pay from £15 to £40 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-11.

        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.

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