London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€20
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€20
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 25 m
Buses on Nov 04
2
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 buses from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA), including 2 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.

  • National Express
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

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Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:10, the last at 22:41. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 1h 14m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
26 miles (43 km)
Average bus duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
20
Fastest bus
1h 14m
First bus
8:10 AM
Last bus
10:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

Cheap bus tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is €17 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) leaves at 8:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) leaves at 10:41 PM.
Yes, there are 20 direct buses a day from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:10AM
Arrival Time
09:35AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
€20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
04:40PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
€16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
05:40PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
€19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
06:40PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:17PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
1h18
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:17PM
Arrival Time
09:35PM
Duration
1h18
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:16PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
1h14
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
€10

Live departures

London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express9:10 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h25
10:35 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
National Express8:10 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h25
9:35 AM London Luton Airport (LUA)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA).

Bus providers: National Express from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA)You can travel by bus between London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with National Express for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest National Express Price
€10
National Express frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Paddington (PAD) and London Luton Airport (LUA)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport (LUA). You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Paddington (PAD) and London Luton Airport (LUA) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) for bus company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA).
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) with the following bus company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to London Luton Airport (LUA) 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 (LUA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and London Luton Airport (LUA) including taking a bus and train.
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