What is the travel distance from Cambridge to Luton?

About 32 miles (52 km) separate Cambridge and Luton.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cambridge to Luton?

The majority of buses traveling from Cambridge to Luton start their journey at City Centre and wind up at London Luton Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Cambridge to Luton from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cambridge to Luton on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15am	Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)	1h	3:15am	Luton DART Parkway	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:50am	City Centre	1h 10m	4:00am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)	1h 5m	1:55pm	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	2:50am	City Centre	1h 10m	4:00am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	2:00am	City Centre	1h 15m	3:15am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:27 AM GMT.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

31 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $58	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$66 - $130	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $5	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,714 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 15 reviews, National Express received a 4.5-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $37

National Express Cambridge Luton recent customer reviews

The driver was so nice and friendly

Fatima C.

July 11, 2025

The bus was 1 h 10 min late

Uliana S.

March 9, 2024

Prompt services

Nii S.

August 13, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,356 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Cambridge and Luton?

Stops in Cambridge

A - City Centre

B - Drummer St

C - Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road

D - Cambridge Parkside

Stops in Luton

A - London Luton Airport

B - Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop

C - Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village

D - Lilley

E - Butterfield Business Park

F - Stopsley

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cambridge to Luton by bus

What is the travel distance from Cambridge to Luton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cambridge to Luton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/15

$12

11/16

$12

Today

$12

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$12

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$12

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The cheapest trip from Cambridge to Luton was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $38 for a bus ticket from Cambridge to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-18.

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.