How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Stansted?

The cheapest coach tickets from Luton to Stansted start from £15. The average price for this route is around £19. 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 Luton to Stansted?

The average bus journey time from Luton to Stansted is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 27 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Luton to Stansted route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Stansted?

The earliest bus departs from Luton to Stansted at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Stansted?

A bus journey from Luton to Stansted produces an estimated 1 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 Luton to Stansted?

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 29733 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Stansted?

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 Luton to Stansted?

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 Luton to Stansted?

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.

Bus Luton to Stansted from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Stansted on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:40	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	07:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	4h 10m	06:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop	2h 5m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Luton to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

27 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £69	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Luton and Stansted?

Stops in Luton

A
London Luton Airport
Visit page
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

Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
Visit page

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers consistently praise the service for being excellent, with clean and comfortable buses that are often on time. The staff is noted to be friendly and helpful, contributing to a smooth journey experience. However, some users have mentioned discrepancies between bus stand times and ticket times as an area of concern.

National Express Luton Stansted recent customer reviews

Didn't..I'm lost my flight..have to spend money to traveling back to luton and bay another flight ticket for next day

Teodor C.

31 May 2024

Journey comfortable. Bus times at stand out of date and not consistent with ticket time. Bus did not arrive on time. Concerning when plane to catch.

Sheila J.

15 October 2023

Driver was amazing, comfortable bus, nice and cosy with heating when was cold outside.

Rhona S.

9 March 2020

Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)

3.5/57 reviews

Staff1.3

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Luton to Stansted

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 Luton to Stansted?
The cheapest coach tickets from Luton to Stansted start from £15. The average price for this route is around £19. 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 Luton to Stansted?
The average bus journey time from Luton to Stansted is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 27 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex).
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Stansted at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Stansted?
A bus journey from Luton to Stansted produces an estimated 1 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 Luton to Stansted?
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 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Stansted?
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 Luton to Stansted?
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 Luton to Stansted?
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

27/11

£20

28/11

£20

Today

£20

30/11

£18

01/12

£18

02/12

£15

03/12

£15

04/12

£15

The cheapest trip from Luton to Stansted was searched and found on 2 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 Luton to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £34 for a bus ticket from Luton to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) 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.