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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Derby to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 29
kr200
Average ticket price on Aug 29
kr230
Fastest journey on Aug 29
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 35 m
Buses on Aug 29
3
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Derby to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to London Luton Airport will cost around kr230 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr200.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 3 buses from Derby to London Luton Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:00 AM3h35Derby9:35 AMLondon Luton Airportkr2001One-way0 transfers- 4:30 AM3h35Derby8:05 AMLondon Luton Airportkr2201One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 AM3h35Derby8:35 AMLondon Luton Airportkr2701One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 AM3h35Derby8:05 AMLondon Luton Airportkr2201One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM3h35Derby9:35 AMLondon Luton Airportkr2001One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 AM3h35Derby8:35 AMLondon Luton Airportkr2701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Derby to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Derby to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr263 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr263, while a train costs an average of kr511.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr263 Average price Cheapest | kr511 Average price | kr233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to London Luton Airport:
A bus is kr248 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to London Luton Airport costing on average kr511.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
You'll arrive about -3h -2m sooner (3h 49m by bus vs 1h 47m by car) and save roughly kr-30.17 compared to fuel and tolls (kr263 vs kr233). 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.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Derby to London Luton Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr193 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr163 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr193 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr193 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price kr167 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr163 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr194 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price kr168 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr263 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr242 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr213 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr218 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr237 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr271 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr227 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price kr208 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price kr200 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr278 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr183 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr188 |
Live departures
Derby to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to London Luton Airport buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 PM Derby | 3h35 | 12:45 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 PM Derby | 3h35 | 1:45 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| 4:30 AM Derby | 3h35 | 8:05 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM Derby | 3h35 | 8:35 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 AM Derby | 3h35 | 9:35 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Derby to London Luton Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr168 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price kr168 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Derby to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as kr168. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Derby to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Derby to London Luton Airport
Most Derby to London Luton Airport buses use the Derby, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and London Luton Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Derby, Bus Station from Derby city centre
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