The cheapest and fastest buses from Derby to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
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 $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 5 buses that leave Derby for London Luton Airport on Mon, Dec 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.










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 prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Derby to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to London Luton Airport buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 PM Derby | 6h10 | 10:50 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 1 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 AM Derby | 3h45 | 4:55 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 AM Derby | 3h55 | 7:05 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Derby | 3h45 | 10:20 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Derby | 3h45 | 11:15 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to London Luton Airport
Buses from Derby to London Luton Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 21:10 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Derby to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Derby to London Luton Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Derby to London Luton Airport (LTN), follow these tips:
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- 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.
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