What is the travel distance from Derby to Luton?

The distance separating Derby and Luton is 85 miles (137 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Derby to Luton start their journey at Derby Riverlights Bus Station and wind up at London Luton Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Derby to Luton from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Derby to Luton on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Derby	6h 25m	12:25pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	6:05am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 20m	9:25am	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 45m	5:55am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Derby	7h 5m	9:45am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 45m	5:55am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Luton on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Derby	6h 25m	12:25pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	6:05am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 20m	9:25am	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 35m	3:45am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Derby	7h 5m	9:45am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	12:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 35m	3:45am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Luton on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 35m	9:35am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Cheapest
Bus	1:25am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 20m	4:45am	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 35m	3:45am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Derby	7h 5m	9:45am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	12:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 35m	3:45am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Luton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day

1h 52mAverage Duration

84 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $98	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $227	Average Duration1h 52m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $15	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29712 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $24

National Express Derby Luton recent customer reviews

The excellent driving, help given with luggage, the coach clean and comfortable. An excellent, enjoyable experience

Tina C.

July 13, 2023

Very easy and efficient

Joe L.

June 18, 2024

Very lovely

Omolara Aramide A.

May 23, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,343 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 Derby and Luton?

Stops in Derby

A - Derby Riverlights Bus Station

B - Morledge Bus Station

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 Derby to Luton by bus

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

$29

11/16

$29

Today

$20

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No data

11/19

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11/20

$17

11/21

$16

11/22

$26

The cheapest trip from Derby to Luton was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $16

To 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 $16 to $60 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 $16 which is on 2025-11-21.

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.