- 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
$67
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 43 m
Buses per day
19
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 $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Luton without transferring at least once.
NX595 · NX737
NX590 · NX707
NX595 · NX737
NX183 · NX707
NX590 · NX707
NX595 · NX737
NX595 · NX737
NX594 · NXA31
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX181 · NX707Omio 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 | $89 Average price | $180 Average price | $192 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 $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Luton costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $126 (€103) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Luton costing on average $180 (€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 06:55PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Luton buses for today, Thursday, July 30. 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 | 8:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h15 | 7:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h25 | 10:15 PM Luton | 2 transfers | |
NX591 · NX737 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h30 | 8:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX737 | 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 | 14h20 | 12:40 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h40 | 9:00 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 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 | |
NX595 · NX737 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX595 · NX230 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h05 | 5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX595 · NX737 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h05 | 5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX595 · NX230 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 6:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX594 · LU757 | 10:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h50 | 10:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX594 · NXA31 | 10:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h30 | 9:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h05 | 11:00 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h30 | 12:25 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 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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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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Luton buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Luton, Station Interchange. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Luton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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