The cheapest and fastest buses from London Luton Airport to Oxford
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Luton Airport to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport to Oxford will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 32 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Oxford on Wed, Nov 26, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
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Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €79.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Luton Airport to Oxford Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
London Luton Airport to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Oxford buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 1:50 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 5:05 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | Delayed 11:00 AM 2:45 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h55 | 11:40 AM 11:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 3:50 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 7:00 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 3:50 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · TAOXF | 5:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 8:10 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 6:00 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 6:00 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h00 | 9:00 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 8:10 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h40 | 10:50 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | Delayed 11:00 AM 8:45 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 11:40 AM 11:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 9:40 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h20 | 1:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 9:40 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h50 | 12:30 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 11:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 1:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 11:25 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 2:10 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 11:25 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 2:40 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 12:20 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h00 | 3:20 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · TAOXF | 12:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 3:40 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 1:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 3:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · UCX5 | Delayed 5:20 PM 1:25 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 4:35 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 3:25 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 6:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 3:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h20 | 6:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · TAOXF | Delayed 5:20 PM 4:05 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 7:15 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · UCX5 | Delayed 5:20 PM 4:25 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h20 | 7:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · UCX5 | On time 5:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 8:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | On time 5:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h25 | 8:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | On time 5:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 8:15 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · TAOXF | On time 7:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h35 | 9:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 7:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 9:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 | On time 9:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 11:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 | On time 11:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 1:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX737 | On time 11:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h45 | 4:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX230 · TAOXF | 1:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 5:05 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | 2:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h55 | 4:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA1 · UCX5 | 3:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 6:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Oxford
Buses from London Luton Airport to Oxford run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 08:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London Luton Airport to Oxford start from as low as $28 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $33 (€27) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 24 daily trains from London Luton Airport to Oxford with 7 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 0m but the average duration is 2h 7m
Train Operators
- Travel from London Luton Airport to Oxford with National Express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 08:25 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: National Express from London Luton Airport to OxfordYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Oxford with National Express for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Luton Airport to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Radcliffe Camera, an iconic circular library building and a symbol of Oxford University
- Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in Europe with an extensive collection of books and manuscripts
- Christ Church College, a historic college known for its stunning architecture and connections to Harry Potter
- Ashmolean Museum, the University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology with diverse collections
- Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in the UK featuring a wide variety of plants and themed gardens.
- Visit the University of Oxford, explore the historic colleges and libraries of one of the world's oldest universities
- Tour the Ashmolean Museum, discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology at Britain's first public museum
- Walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden, enjoy the diverse plant collections in the oldest botanic garden in the UK
- Explore the Covered Market, browse through a variety of local shops and eateries in this historic market
- Climb the Carfax Tower, get panoramic views of Oxford from the top of this central landmark.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Oxford, follow these tips:
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London Luton Airport to Oxford
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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