- Must visit
Wardown House, Museum and Gallery
Luton's main museum in a Victorian mansion, covering local history, hats, lace, and changing exhibitions in a well-kept park setting.
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chippenham to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Chippenham to Luton without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Chippenham to Luton:
A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chippenham to Luton costing on average €42.
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 18m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 05:52AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 04:23PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
The table below shows live departures for Chippenham to Luton buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:50 AM Chippenham | 3h10 | 3:00 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Chippenham | 4h15 | 7:05 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Chippenham | 4h20 | 8:35 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:23 PM Chippenham | 4h12 | 8:35 PM Luton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Chippenham | 3h55 | 10:45 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Chippenham | 4h25 | 8:40 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:52 AM Chippenham | 3h53 | 9:45 AM Luton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Chippenham | 3h20 | 10:35 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Chippenham | 4h10 | 1:35 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Chippenham to Luton run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:38, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 1:38 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.
Luton's main museum in a Victorian mansion, covering local history, hats, lace, and changing exhibitions in a well-kept park setting.
Museum complex with rural life displays, carriages, gardens, and archaeology, making it one of Luton's strongest family-friendly heritage sites.
Working hat factory museum explaining Luton's famous hat-making trade through machinery, displays, and guided tours in an authentic setting.
Large formal park with lakes, bridges, museum, and broad lawns, ideal for relaxing walks and one of Luton's best-loved green spaces.
Historic town centre square beside St Mary's Church, valued for events, heritage surroundings, and an authentic sense of old Luton.
Extensive parkland with gardens, play areas, and museum access, popular for family walks and exploring Luton's former estate landscape.
A Bedfordshire pastry with chopped meat, suet, onions and seasoning. It is closely tied to the county around Luton and is a classic local comfort food.
A suet dumpling stuffed with currants or jam. Long associated with Bedfordshire home cooking, it is a traditional local pudding served warm.
A rich fruit cake packed with dried fruit and spices. It is a historic Bedfordshire bake often made for family gatherings and festive occasions.
Established Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and generous portions. Casual atmosphere and dependable local favourite.
Well-known Indian restaurant with polished service and a long-standing reputation. Popular for classic curries in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular South Indian venue serving dosas, idli and vegetarian dishes. Simple setting, strong reputation and reliable regional flavours.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local transit are usually cheaper than central London.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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.

Most Chippenham to Luton buses use the Chippenham, Town Bridge to Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Luton, Station Interchange. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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