How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Luton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Luton start from $16. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Northampton to Luton?

The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Luton is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 31 miles (50 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Northampton to Luton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Luton at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Northampton to Luton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Northampton 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 29871 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Northampton to Luton?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Northampton to Luton?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Northampton to Luton from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Northampton to Luton on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Northampton (Grange Park)	1h 10m	4:55am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Cheapest
Bus	3:45am	Northampton (Grange Park)	1h	4:45am	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 5m	4:20am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 15m	9:45am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 5m	4:20am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Luton on February 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:35am	Northampton (Grange Park)	1h 10m	1:45am	Luton Airport (LTN)	Cheapest
Bus	12:35am	Northampton (Grange Park)	1h	1:35am	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 5m	4:20am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 15m	9:45am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 5m	4:20am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Luton on February 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50pm	Northampton (Grange Park)	1h 25m	5:15pm	Luton Airport (LTN)	Cheapest
Bus	12:35am	Northampton (Grange Park)	1h	1:35am	Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 5m	4:20am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 15m	9:45am	Luton DART Parkway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	1h 5m	4:20am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:24 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Northampton 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

33 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $39	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Luton?

Stops in Northampton

A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
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B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
D
Northampton Rothersthorpe
15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

The service received positive feedback for being comfortable and enjoyable, with excellent drivers who were professional and had a good sense of humor. Despite some delays, the journey was on time with helpful staff. Overall, customers appreciated the experience despite minor inconveniences like slight lateness.

National Express Northampton Luton recent customer reviews

Excellent journey on time with a very good driver who was also very helpful with the luggage

Barbara S.

April 10, 2024

The service was great an excellent driver who was very professional. The bus broke hence the delay in arrival and the long wait but the driver was apologetic and explained what had happened.

Evelyn M.

March 12, 2023

Overall i would say 85% but i was disappointed to find there was no wi-fi onboard

Patrick O.

December 12, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/512,191 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Luton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Luton start from $16. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Northampton to Luton?
The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Luton is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 31 miles (50 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Northampton to Luton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Luton at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Luton?
A bus trip from Northampton to Luton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Northampton 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 29871 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Northampton to Luton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Northampton to Luton?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Northampton to Luton?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/06

$18

02/07

$18

Today

$18

02/09

$18

02/10

$15

02/11

$14

02/12

No data

02/13

$15

The cheapest trip from Northampton to Luton was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $34 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-02-11.