- Must visit
Wardown House, Museum and Gallery
Victorian mansion museum in Wardown Park with local history, decorative arts, hat-making collections, and rotating exhibitions. It is Luton’s main museum and the best place to understand the town’s文化,
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Luton will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Luton without transferring at least once.
NX590 · NX707
NX590 · NX707
NX595 · NX230
NX595 · NX737
NX595 · NX230
NX595 · NX230
NX595 · NX737
NX595 · NX737
NX595 · NX230
NX594 · NXA31Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $182 Average price | $194 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Luton:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Luton costing on average $90 (€73).
A bus is $127 (€103) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Luton costing on average $182 (€148).
Other travel options to Luton take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 1m.
Bus takes on average 9h 36m.
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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 07:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Luton buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX590 · NX707 | 8:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h30 | 8:10 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX707 | On time 8:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h15 | 7:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX737 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h30 | 8:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX737 | On time 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h40 | 8:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h40 | 9:00 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h20 | 12:40 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX707 | 10:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 18h05 | 4:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX707 | 10:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 17h50 | 4:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h05 | 8:20 AM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h20 | 10:35 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h25 | 11:00 AM Luton | 2 transfers | |
NX595 · NX737 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h05 | 5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX595 · NX737 | On time 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX595 · NX230 | On time 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h05 | 5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX595 · NX230 | On time 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h45 | 12:25 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 transfer | |
NX594 · NXA31 | On time 10:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h30 | 9:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX594 · LU757 | 10:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h55 | 9:40 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX707 | 11:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h40 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX707 | 11:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h55 | 12:55 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Luton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Victorian mansion museum in Wardown Park with local history, decorative arts, hat-making collections, and rotating exhibitions. It is Luton’s main museum and the best place to understand the town’s文化,
Museum complex focused on Bedfordshire history, rural life, archaeology, and the Mossman carriage collection, set beside landscaped gardens. Strong local favorite for families and heritage enthusiasts
Contemporary arts venue in central Luton with gallery exhibitions, performances, and creative programming. Worth visiting for a modern cultural counterpoint to the town’s heritage museums.
Luton’s best-known park, combining lakeside walks, formal planting, open lawns, and Wardown House. It is one of the most enjoyable and photogenic places for a relaxed visit.
Creative and heritage-focused central area associated with Luton’s hat-making past, now known for cultural venues, murals, and a more contemporary urban atmosphere.
Large green space beside Stockwood Discovery Centre with gardens, open parkland, and walking routes. Popular with both locals and visitors seeking an easy outdoor stop.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and toast, widely eaten across England and a familiar local breakfast in Luton.
Britain’s classic takeaway of battered fish with thick-cut chips, a staple comfort food commonly enjoyed in and around Luton.
A curry-house favourite strongly associated with modern British dining, reflecting the South Asian culinary influence common in towns such as Luton.
Well-known local spot for fish and chips, offering generous portions and a straightforward traditional takeaway and diner experience.
Longstanding restaurant in Luton town centre, appreciated for polished service, classic Thai dishes, and a more refined dining setting.
Established casual restaurant near Luton Airport, known for grilled meats, classic British dishes, and a dependable family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Chain cafes and pubs are reasonable, while hotels and airport-area dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up for taxis. No tip needed for pubs, cafes, or counter service.
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