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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Luton
Showing times and prices for Dec 16
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
164 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Luton will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Bournemouth to Luton without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus01:10PM7h25
Bournemouth, Coach Station08:35PMLuton
$371One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NXA101:50AM5h00
Bournemouth, Coach Station06:50AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$491One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NXA3110:30AM5h00
Bournemouth, Coach Station03:30PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$491One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NXA104:30PM5h25
Bournemouth, Coach Station09:55PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$491One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NXA3103:20AM4h55
Bournemouth, Coach Station08:15AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$491One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NX23008:30PM3h20
Bournemouth, Coach Station11:50PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$771One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NX23008:30PM3h35
Bournemouth, Coach Station12:05AMLuton, Station Interchange
$891One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NX23009:40AM3h40
Bournemouth, Coach Station01:20PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$771One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NX23005:30AM3h55
Bournemouth, Coach Station09:25AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$841One-way
1 transfer
NX035 · NX23009:40AM3h55
Bournemouth, Coach Station01:35PMLuton, Station Interchange
$911One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Luton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Bournemouth to Luton Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Luton buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 8:17 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX035 · NXA1 | Delayed 7:25 AM 1:50 AMBournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 6:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · LU757 | Delayed 7:25 AM 1:50 AMBournemouth, Coach Station | 5h50 | 7:40 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NXA31 | Delayed 7:25 AM 3:20 AMBournemouth, Coach Station | 4h55 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h20 | 8:40 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NXA31 | Delayed 7:25 AM 4:40 AMBournemouth, Coach Station | 4h35 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 5:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h10 | 9:40 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | On time 5:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h55 | 9:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 7:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h35 | 12:00 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | On time 7:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | On time 9:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h40 | 1:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 9:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h55 | 1:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · LU757 | On time 10:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h20 | 3:50 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NXA31 | Delayed 10:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 11:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h55 | 4:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | On time 11:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h40 | 4:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 7h25 | 8:35 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX240 | 1:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h00 | 5:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX240 | 1:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h15 | 5:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | On time 3:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h00 | 7:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 3:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h15 | 7:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · LU757 | On time 4:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h50 | 10:20 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NXA1 | On time 4:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h25 | 9:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | 5:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h15 | 10:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX230 | On time 5:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 10:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bournemouth to Luton run on average 36 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:47, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 36 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 01:47 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to LutonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Luton with National Express for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
$24 (€20)
National Express frequency
39 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Bournemouth to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Luton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Bournemouth to Luton can start from as little as $24 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bournemouth to Luton is $43 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time from Bournemouth to Luton is on average 4 h 20 min for the 102 mile (164 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Luton from Bournemouth by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Bournemouth to Luton leaves at 2: 35AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Bournemouth to Luton leaves at 8: 30PM.
There are 36 buses a day from Bournemouth to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the Bournemouth to Luton bus with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route from Bournemouth to Luton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Luton from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Bournemouth to Luton is December.
You have options as you can travel to Luton from Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Bournemouth to Luton:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bournemouth to Luton for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Luton are:
- Stockwood Discovery Centre, a museum featuring local history exhibits, gardens, and a collection of horse-drawn carriages
- Wardown House Museum and Gallery, a Victorian mansion offering art exhibitions and insights into Luton's history
- Luton Hoo Estate, a historic country house with expansive gardens and a golf course
- Whipsnade Zoo, a large zoo home to a variety of animals and conservation programs
- The Hat Factory Arts Centre, a cultural venue hosting performances, workshops, and art exhibitions.
The best things to do in Luton include:
- The Mall Luton, a large shopping center with a variety of retail stores and dining options
- Woodside Animal Farm, a family-friendly attraction featuring a range of animals, play areas, and seasonal events
- Luton Indoor Market, a bustling market offering a variety of goods from fresh produce to unique crafts
- Stockwood Park, a large public park perfect for picnics, walks, and outdoor sports
- The Galaxy, an entertainment complex featuring a cinema, bowling alley, and restaurants.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Bournemouth to Luton depends on the bus company:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bournemouth to Luton, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bournemouth to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Luton:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Luton:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Bournemouth to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Bournemouth to Luton with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Bournemouth to Luton with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Bournemouth to Luton with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bournemouth to Luton
Bournemouth
Luton
The major bus station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Luton.
Bournemouth, Coach Station
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The major bus station for arrivals in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip to Luton from Bournemouth.
Luton, Station Interchange
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Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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