The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leicester for London Luton Airport on Sun, Mar 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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$35 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Leicester to London Luton Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Live departures
Leicester to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Luton Airport buses for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX440 · NX230 | On time 8:35 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 2h45 | 11:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 | 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX440 · NX707 | On time 11:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h40 | 3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX707 | On time 11:40 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 3h30 | 3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to London Luton Airport
Buses from Leicester to London Luton Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 03:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as $27 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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